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Posted on the 19 May 2025
Legal Firms Mission to Nurture Talent Sees Solicitor Fly High
Well-known and respected Sunderland based law firm Richard Reed Solicitors are celebrating the recent promotion of Trainee Solicitor Lewis Cassap just three years after joining the firm.
Lewis joined the team in July 2022 and in the period, he has gone from strength to strength securing the role of Solicitor working across the Dispute Resolution and Corporate and Commercial departments at the busy firm. For a moment Lewis had had his sights on joining the RAF, but after a career rethink he is now raising the bar with his successful law career taking flight.
Lewis has been under the wing of experienced and renowned Director/Solicitor at the firm, Phil Moir. With a myriad of industries under their client base from manufacturing to online retail, the team with the support of the commercial property department have seen sale/completion deals in the current financial period in excess of £5 million, with deals in the pipeline set to double to £10 million.
Phil commented:
“We are thrilled with the promotion of Lewis to Solicitor, throughout his tenure with us, he has proven to be an invaluable asset to our firm, has made excellent progress and has really stepped up when needed. Lewis embodies the values of excellence, integrity, and dedication that we strive for at Richard Reed Solicitors.
Lewis has consistently demonstrated exceptional legal expertise, a commitment to client success, and a strong work ethic, I really can’t praise him enough, and we look forward to seeing his continued growth and success.”
Lewis said:
"I am excited and honoured to be promoted to solicitor. I enjoy working between the two departments and this way of working can give a real advantage point as we are clearer as to where potential problems may arise. I really like the different aspects, corporate commercial is very fast paced, and it’s great to see the steps and completion days, whereas litigation can be a lot more analytical.
I’ve really appreciated the support and guidance from Phil and the team and I look forward to further contributing to the firm’s mission of providing exceptional legal services to our clients."
The growing team of 40 at Richard Reed Solicitors are highly regarded in the industry for their legal advice for all aspects of personal and business life, and their personalised customer-centric service which distinguishes the firm and elevates the practice in the sector.
Next on the horizon, Lewis is keen to expand his profile and practice in the city, alongside developing a niche within the legal sector.
Lewis added:
“The next stage of my journey is really pivotal, and I look forward to optimising and growing my network and client base further to build enhanced relationships, referrals and reputation as this is key at the firm.
Continuous personal development is also very important to me, and with the developments around Sunderland Music City, Crown Works Studio and other up and coming developments I’m interested in taking a course in entertainment law imminently.”
Combining expert knowledge of the law with their down to earth, friendly approach, the team at Richard Reed Solicitors will work with you to find a resolution for both individuals and businesses.
