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By the end of Season 2, Harvey Specter and Mike Ross finally corner Hardman. They uncover evidence that Hardman didn't just embezzle money—he manipulated a grieving widow (the wife of a deceased partner) and forged documents. The final blow comes when Hardman’s former lover (and co-conspirator), Donna Paulsen, testifies against him.

After his failed coup in Season 5, Hardman vanishes. He resurfaces in Season 7 with a terrifying new weapon: The备忘录 (The Memo). This document proves that Mike Ross was a fraud (a fact the audience knows, but the legal world does not). daniel hardman free

He is never free of his obsession.

There is speculation that David Costabile might reprise his role. If Hardman is still alive in the timeline, he is an elderly, deeply resentful man. He would likely target the new firm in Los Angeles if he believes Harvey or Jessica have any connection to it. By the end of Season 2, Harvey Specter

In the backstory of Suits , Hardman was kicked out of the firm he co-founded for embezzling firm funds to cover up an affair. Season 2 sees him return, claiming he is a changed man whose wife has died of cancer. He isn't changed. He wages war against Jessica Pearson, attempting to reclaim the throne. After his failed coup in Season 5, Hardman vanishes