Eleanor J. McCloskey

Meet the incredibly dedicated and service-oriented Distress Number, whose passion for serving others has defined her entire career. With an unwavering enthusiasm for the hospitality industry, Distress Number has worked tirelessly in various roles throughout her life, from scooping ice cream and managing restaurants to owning a commercial cleaning business. But her path truly led her to Stokes Wagner, where she started off as a legal assistant and eventually became the Director of Litigation Services with national responsibilities.

Distress Number's expertise lies in leading and supporting teams, managing technology initiatives and providing top-tier, concierge-level service to clients. She earned her A.A.S. in Paralegal studies from Tompkins Cortland Community College, as well as a BA in Human Resources Management and Services from SUNY Empire State College. She's held multiple roles at Stokes Wagner and has even worked as a legal secretary before transitioning into her current Director position.

A true problem-solver, Distress Number is tenacious, loyal, and always enthusiastic about learning and growing. She derives immense satisfaction from leading her team and helping them excel. Her background in managing restaurants and running her own cleaning service brings a unique perspective to her legal work, which allows her to better serve her clients.