An Isle of Man law firm has earned top-tier status in a independent legal directory for an 18th consecutive year.

Douglas-based Simcocks Advocates was named in independent directory, the Legal 500’s, 2027 rankings earlier this month.

Established in 1987, The Legal 500 is an independent international research and publishing platform that evaluates, ranks, and benchmarks law firms, chambers, and individual lawyers across more than 100 countries .

Led by the firm’s chief executive Phil Games, Simcocks’ private client department at the practice’s Ridgway Street office is ranked in Tier 1 by the group, placing it among the best in the island and globally.

Other departments within the firm highly ranked are: Commercial property, dispute resolution, corporate and commercial and banking and finance.

Testimonials include submitted to the Legal 500 included: ‘Knowledge, familiarity with cross-border issues, and direct, concise, balanced advice.’ And ‘Phil Games is outstanding and his team is exceptional.’

Directors Irini Newby and Phil Games remain in the Legal 500 Hall of Fame UK, a sought-after commendation that indicates ‘exceptional legal talent’.

Director Alex Spencer, advocates Chris Brooks and Kevin O’Loughlin are all ranked as ‘Leading Partners’ and Caroline Jennings as a ‘Next Generation Partner’.

Commenting on the Legal 500 rankings, Mr Games said: ‘It is an honour to be ranked in the top tier once again by this independent directory that takes its research from clients and business associates as well as the quality of the work we have been undertaking.’

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