Simcocks Ranks Highly in Legal 500

Simcocks Advocates is proud to announce that the firm has, for the sixteenth consecutive year, earned Top Tier status by independent directory the Legal 500 in its 2025 rankings.

Led by CEO Phil Games, the Private Client department at Simcocks’ is ranked in Tier 1 by the group, placing it among the best on the Island and globally.  Other departments highly ranked are Commercial Property, Dispute Resolution, Corporate & Commercial and Banking & Finance.  Testimonials include:

“‘Excellent responsive service, commercially focused. Very client-focused.’

'The team’s commercial acumen and attention to key areas while keeping the overall objectives of the projects at the forefront have been invaluable.'

Directors Irini Newby, Phil Games and David Spencer have been placed in the Legal 500 Hall of Fame UK, a sought-after commendation that indicates “exceptional legal talent”.  Director Alex Spencer, advocates Caroline Jennings and Kevin O’Loughlin are all ranked as “Leading Partners”.  Several other advocates have been named “Recommended Lawyers”, including Elizabeth Simpson:

“Excellent commercial litigators, especially Elizabeth Simpson. Elizabeth is an outstanding commercial litigator.”

Head of Litigation, Chris Brooks:

“Christopher Brooks is very responsive and commercial. Sensible in his tactical approach and has an excellent record in his advocacy.”

Also, Family Law advocate Louise Byrne:

“Louise Byrne is a true heavyweight in her field. Her knowledge and experience are unsurpassed.”

CEO Phil Games commented on the Legal 500 rankings:

“As ever, I am extremely proud of the team, who consistently work hard to maintain an exemplary level of service, as well as keeping at the forefront of skills and legal knowledge. At Simcocks we are keen to nurture talent, which in turn creates the perfect environment for first class customer service.”