Ryan was appointed global managing partner in March 2023 following the departure of her predecessor, Alexander “Sandy” Thomas, who stepped aside to join a firm client.

“I am honored by the confidence the partnership has placed in me. It is a privilege to lead our dynamic firm through a time of growth and innovation,” said Ryan.

Under Ryan’s leadership, Reed Smith reached all-time high financial performance surpassing $1.5 billion in revenue, all while advancing its global strategy and accelerating its growth trajectory. The firm expanded client relationships, broadened its geographic footprint, and continued to invest in its people. Earlier this year, Reed Smith opened offices in Atlanta and Denver, two of the fastest-growing legal and business markets in the United States. The firm has added more than 100 new lawyers through the first half of the year and further growth is planned in response to increasing client demand.

The firm also has expanded its investment in legal innovation. More than 750 lawyers and professional staff have completed AI certification using Harvey, the firm’s primary AI platform—an initiative that underscores its commitment to future-focused service delivery and continuous improvement.

“As a firm, we know who we are, and we know our clients. Across our global platform, we have exceptional lawyers committed to delivering outstanding service—on every matter, every day—while staying true to our core values of integrity, excellence, teamwork and respect, innovation, impact and giving back to the communities where we live and work.”

“Casey has done an outstanding job over the past two years. The firm is strong and competitive, and her reelection reflects the partnership’s shared commitment to growth, collaboration, and the delivery of exceptional service to clients across industries and jurisdictions throughout our global platform,” said Perry Napolitano, lead partner of the firm’s Executive Committee.

Reed Smith’s strategy remains centered on five key global industry groups: energy and natural resources, entertainment and media, financial services, life sciences and health care, and transportation.

“The legal market is evolving rapidly, and we are positioned to thrive,” said Ryan. “We have tremendous momentum as a firm, and I am excited to lead Reed Smith as we continue to expand our platform and our client partnerships.”

“We have an outstanding team of lawyers and professional staff who are focused on delivering excellence, and building our global brand in a thoughtful and strategic way. We will continue to invest in talent, technology and innovation to ensure we remain industry leaders.”

A graduate of the University of Notre Dame Law School, Ryan joined Reed Smith as a summer associate in 1995, and has held several leadership roles at the firm, including global head of legal personnel, global practice group leader of the Labor & Employment Group, and vice chair of the Litigation Department.