Our story
With collaboration at the heart of everything we do, it’s not just what we do that’s important. It’s how. This is what makes us the firm we are.
How we work (at Simmons)
Our history is rich - but it’s our future that fascinates us. As technology continues to challenge and reshape our industry, we’re carving an innovative way forward for legal services. With a dedicated team of data scientists, developers, and designers, working alongside our legal experts, we offer innovative solutions, beyond the norm, to address the legal challenges faced by our clients. Meanwhile, Simmons Wavelength – the world’s first regulated firm of legal engineers – leverages new technologies to transform both our commercial and operational performance.
Our management
The Board
Responsible for supervising and overseeing the implementation of the firm’s strategy.
- Julian Taylor – Chairman and Senior Partner
- Emily Monastiriotis – ex officio and Managing Partner
- Simonetta Giordano
- Ania Rontaler
- Thierry Somma
- Melody Yang
- James Coleman
- Darren Oswick
- Jen Yee Chan
- David Snell (Non-Executive)
- Chris Rees, Chief Financial Officer
International Executive Committee
This group supports the managing partner with the day to day decisions needed to run the firm effectively.
- Emily Monastiriotis, Managing Partner
- Andrea Accornero
- Michael Lorraine
- David Williams
- Laurence Renard
- Patrick Boylan
- Rachel Stanton
- Alexandre Regniault
- Jeremy Hoyland
- Chris Rees, Chief Financial Officer
- Darren Mitchell, Chief Operating Officer
Our 2023/24 report and accounts
Our history: a quick tour
Take a look at how we've grown and developed since our inception in 1896.
Our art collection
We’ve been collecting modern and contemporary art for more than 30 years and we’re proud to say it’s part of who we are. Originally created to support emerging artists in their early careers, we now have a broad collection from artists around the world – reflecting the energy, commitment and diversity of emerging artists.
Works from the collection hang in our offices all over the world. We’re very happy to show people around and regularly offer tours to our clients and contacts. You can also browse our collection online.