NEW APPOINTMENT AT SIMCOCKS

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01 October 2025

Douglas based law practice, Simcocks Advocates, is pleased to announce the appointment of Eleanor Robb to the position of Trainee Advocate.

Born and educated in the Isle of Man, Eleanor obtained her law degree at the University of York, and has returned in order to undertake her Articles and eventually become a Manx Advocate. As part of her training, she will gain experience in various areas of law, and is currently working within the Corporate & Commercial department.

Eleanor ran the Edinburgh Marathon in 2024 and the Manchester Half Marathon in 2023 in aid of Cancer Research UK. She was a member of the university hockey club and its committee during her time at York. In her final year, she was Charity Secretary, which involved organising sporting events for charity.

CEO Phil Games commented on the appointment:

“We’re delighted to have Eleanor join us for her training. As well as being exceedingly clever, she has an enthusiasm, energy and empathy that will stand her in good stead for her future career. I know she will be a great asset to Simcocks.”