Independent legal researchers have highlighted the expertise of some of Simcocks’ leading lawyers.

The 2016 edition of Chambers UK says the company’s dispute resolution team is known for its ability to handle complex international family, matrimonial and private client disputes, in addition to significant contentious commercial matters for noteworthy corporate entities. The recently published directory also said the department was, “notable for its expertise in representing clients embroiled in admiralty cases”.

During interviews one client said, “they offer very sound claim management especially for individuals involved in very large pieces of litigation" and "turnaround times and access to personnel is excellent."

The annual guide that ranks both lawyers and law firms based on the findings of full-time editors and researchers is published in each year. Interviews with lawyers and clients are carried out to help establish the rankings and commentary.

Another client told researchers, Christopher Arrowsmith, who leads the dispute resolution practice, "is very calm and a very good decision maker; he isn't afraid of a fight when he has to go to court and he is very much on top of things."

Chambers UK said Simcocks' Corporate and Finance team is an established presence in the market acting on behalf of banks and other notable financial institutions, while also regularly working with law firms, based in a range of jurisdictions, on cross-border matters.

One client said, “If we ring them we are very quickly through to the person we need. We have meetings with them at extremely short notice." Another commented, "They stand out in terms of responsiveness and technical expertise."

Director Irini Newby is head of the corporate and commercial department and the directory reports that recent highlights for her include advising a property fund in its ?60 million acquisition of a number of Isle of Man companies. She also heads the employment practice at Simcocks and sources report she, "looks after her clients" and "is very efficient and responds quickly."

Another observer said Alex Spencer, "is very responsive and anticipates things well. He has been very helpful in providing opinions when required, as well as helping with Isle of Man loan and joint venture agreements."

Simcocks chief executive, Phil Games said: “We are all delighted at the positive feedback we have got from the latest edition of Chambers UK. Simcocks wants to help drive businesses forward and give our clients the tools they need to be able to develop and grow which we do by mixing together expertise, experience and new ideas.”

Photo - Director Irini Newby.