Simcocks Advocates is proud to announce that it has once again earned top tier status by independent directory the Legal 500 in its 2023 rankings published on 28 September.
The Private Client department at Simcocks’ is ranked in Tier 1 by the group, placing it among the best on the Island and globally. Feedback from the research that is conducted in over one hundred jurisdictions included this comment about the Private Client team:
“User friendly, excellent availability, knowledgeable, attention to detail and thorough.”
Another testimonial praised the Simcocks directors:
“All of the directors are longstanding, approachable individuals from whom you are guaranteed to receive the highest standard of service. They are friendly, commercial and pragmatic.”
Other departments highly ranked are Banking & Finance, Commercial Property, Litigation & Dispute Resolution and Corporate & Commercial. This testimonial describes Alex Spencer in his capacity as Banking & Finance team leader:
“Alex Spencer is excellent, clear minded and highly responsive. He helps to push a deal forward, gives insightful advice and takes a commercial approach without compromising on quality.”
Chris Brooks who heads the Litigation & Dispute Resolution department, also gained positive feedback from the research:
“Chris Brooks is an outstanding legal mind. Has a unique style in his approach to detail and how to deliver a point. Chris is strong minded, but always willing to constructively listen to another view, but he is usually right!”
Three of the firm’s directors have been placed in the Legal 500 Hall of Fame UK, a sought-after commendation that indicates “exceptional legal talent”. Director Alex Spencer is ranked as a “Leading Individual”. Caroline Jennings, who heads up the firm’s Family Law team, is classed a “Next Generation Partner” and Kevin O’Loughlin, an expert in company and trust law, joins Caroline in being classed as a “Rising Star”.
CEO Phil Games commented on the Legal 500 rankings:
“I’m extremely proud that Simcocks has once again been recognised by this independent publication as a leading law practice. Feedback from clients is incredibly valuable and makes the accolade all the more meaningful.”