Cordelia Bauer is the daughter of Orion Bauer, who framed Shakir Wilkins for sexual assault.
Prior to the allegations against Shakir, Cordelia slept with him and became pregnant. Orion was furious after learning about this and paid three women to accuse Shakir of rape. When Shakir was acquitted, Shakir told Cordelia he was happy to help her look after their baby, but Cordelia revealed she had an abortion due to the allegations. (SVU: "American Disgrace")