In the Season 2 premiere, divorce papers are finally signed, but a financially strapped Robert scrambles to look for work and a new living situation, and Frances battles insomnia and her newly complex relationship with her kids. Meanwhile, Diane and Nick's new communication technique leads him to make an unexpected decision; and Dallas continues her secret fling with Robert's lawyer, Tony Silvercreek.

Frances must deal with Lisa's growing resentment toward her. Meanwhile, Robert reconnects with Janice after his coworkers coax him into dating again; Diane blindsides Frances with a setup; and Dallas tries to call things off with Tony Silvercreek.

Frances is inspired to track down an unknown painter after helping a new friend with an art appraisal. Meanwhile, Diane tries to ignore her issues with Nick by throwing herself into the gallery; and sparks fly when Robert shows his house to a real-estate agent.

Robert's dad falls ill, giving Robert and Frances a chance to reunite in Ohio, where they recall happier times and deal with Robert's overbearing sister. Meanwhile, Tom seizes the chance to chauffeur Diane around town in her luxury car.

Frances learns that Robert has a new woman in his life, so she enlists Diane and Dallas to get intelligence on her before Lila's 13th-birthday party.

After Robert finds Tom in a compromising position, he and Frances return to their marriage counselor to set new ground rule for the kids. Meanwhile, Frances mulls how serious her relationship with Andrew should be; and Jackie seeks out Dallas's advice during a chance encounter at Diane's country club.

Frances spots the dashing art bigwig Skip Zakarian at an auction and takes the opportunity to invite him to Sylvia MacDonald's upcoming show, where he shows interest in more than art. Meanwhile, Jackie proposes that she and Robert join forces on a house-flipping business after she's inspired by a successful sale, but he isn't completely sold on the idea.