Is 'Suits' Based On A True Story?

The characters on “Suits” always seem larger than life, the kind of people who can only exist on a dramatic, high-stakes TV show. However, it turns out there’s a bit of of real-life truth to Mike Ross’ story which is at the heart of the series. 
Is 'Suits' based on a true story? There are real-life events that helped inspire the show and what happened on it.

A Spy Among Friends True Story: The Explosive Real Saga of ITVX Drama – Damian Lewis

Matthew Broderick's new show Painkiller branded 'insane' by freaked out Netflix viewers

15 Business Lessons from SUITS (The TV Show)

Index of Suits Seasons 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 & 9 [All Episodes]

15 Business Lessons from SUITS (The TV Show)

10 Ridiculous Suits Moments That Totally Would Have Gotten Harvey Disbarred In Real Life

The True Story That Inspired The First Season Of Suits

See Viral Clip of Rick Hoffman on Meghan and Harry's Wedding

Why Did Patrick J. Adams Leave 'Suits' Before the Last Season?

Suits' Spinoff Is Taking A Major Risk By Removing One Original Show Element

Is Suits Based On A True Story? Real Inspirations For Mike & Harvey Explained - IMDb

Deconstructing the Formulaic Elements of Suits

Does 'Suits' resemble real-life law?

Who Is 'Succession' HBO Series Based On? - Real Life Families Who Inspired Succession Show

Suits Cast in Real Life