The cast of the Suits L.A. spinoff show is expanding as the pilot's filming approaches. Following the success of the original Suits, NBCUniversal ordered a pilot for a new spinoff focusing on a West Coast law firm catering to the entertainment industry. Arrow star Stephen Amell will lead the show as Ted Black, a former federal prosecutor turned defense attorney.
Troy Winbush, known for his roles in The Wilds and National Treasure: Book of Secrets, has joined the pilot as a guest star named Kevin. He will play Ted Black's former partner and ex-FBI agent turned private detective. Winbush's role may become a series regular if Suits L.A. gets a full series order. Other confirmed cast members include Josh McDermitt and Lex Scott Davis.
The addition of a recurring private investigator character in Suits L.A. offers a new dynamic. This role could address a missed opportunity from the original show, where a private investigator character named Vanessa, played by Julie Ann Emery, was introduced but underutilized. Vanessa's potential was never fully explored despite her chemistry with Harvey Specter, played by Gabriel Macht.
Although Vanessa was only featured in one season 1 episode, her character was referenced in a later season. The introduction of Kevin as a private investigator in Suits L.A. opens up possibilities for exploring this storyline further. Both Ted Black and Kevin have ties to New York, hinting at a potential connection to Vanessa.
Suits L.A. is a legal drama series created by Aaron Korsh, a spinoff from the original Suits franchise. Stephen Amell's portrayal of Ted Black, a lawyer navigating his firm through challenges, promises an engaging storyline for viewers. Fans can catch all nine seasons of Suits on Peacock for a deeper dive into the legal world of the original series.
