Prior to obtaining a first class law degree from City University, David studied Physics at Imperial College, London. David undertook pupillage at two long-established chancery chambers in London before he was appointed for one year as the Judicial Assistant to the Honourable Mr Justice Turner.
David’s practice covers all aspects of minority shareholder disputes, warranties claims and disputes in respect of share-sale/purchase agreements. David has also appeared in claims concerning the breach of duty by directors and of other provisions of the Companies Acts.
In the partnership field, David has a wide experience of the usual dissolution matters, including the taking of dissolution accounts.
Recommendations
"David's strategies are fantastic." "David is a composed and thorough advocate." "David is an amazing advocate." "His advice is clear and concise."
Chambers UK 2023 Commercial Dispute Resolution
"An analytical barrister who is very good on technical matters."
Chambers UK 2022 Commercial Dispute Resolution
“I find David approachable, astute, readily available and attentive to the needs of the case and client.” “A remarkable barrister. He has the ability to digest a complex case and distil it into manageable chunks.”
Chambers UK 2021 Commercial Dispute Resolution
“David is always thorough and approachable and clients are comfortable with him. His paperwork is excellent and his advocacy is the same.” “He is highly intelligent and an innovative thinker. David is good on his feet and at giving practical advice.”
Chambers UK 2020
Notable Cases
Begum v Ahmed [2019] EWCA Civ 1794
1975 Act, permission to bring out of time
Sargeant v Sargeant [2018] EWHC 8 (Ch); [2017] WTLR 1451
1975 Act, permission to bring out of time
BB v PP [2016] EWCOP 65 and [2015] EWCOP 93
Ratification of gift
Kebbeh v Farmer [2015] EWHC 3827 (Ch); [2016] WTLR 1011
1975 Act, domicile
Re Weetman (Deceased) [2015] EWHC 1166 (Ch); [2015] WTLR 1745
Removal of Trustees before Trust is constituted
Mitchell v Watkinson (CA) [2014] EWCA Civ 1472; [2015] L. & T.R. 22: (ChD) [2013] EWHC 2266 (Ch)
Adverse Possession, Unincorporated Associations
Redcrier Publications Ltd v Redrup Publications Ltd (t/a Complete Care Training) [2013] EWHC 3481 (IPEC)
Copyright claim
Singh v Sanghera [2013] EWHC 956 (Ch)
Business Sale, s. 2 of the Law of Property (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1989
Williams v Wilmot [2012] EWHC 4077 (Ch)
Setting Aside of Probate Order
Durden v Aston [2012] EWCA Civ 636
Boundary Dispute, General Boundary Rule, Land Registry title plans
British Telecommunications Ltd v Rail Safety and Standards Board Ltd [2012] EWCA Civ 553; [2012] L. & T.R. 35
Formalities of an Assignment of a Lease
Ramzan v Brookwide Ltd [2011] EWCA Civ 985 | [2012] 1 All E.R. 903:(ChD) [2010] EWHC 2453 (Ch); [2011] 2 All E.R. 38
Breach of trust, Exemplary damages, Trespass, Measure of damages, Mesne Profits
Sargeant v Macepark (Whittlebury) Ltd [2008] EWCA Civ 1482
Construction of a Mediation Agreement, Landlord and Tenant
Dutton v Davis [2006] EWCA Civ 694; [2006] 2 P. & C.R. DG19
Buy back rights, Mortgages, Options, Sale of land
Eco-Energy (GB) Ltd v First Secretary of State (CA) [2004] EWCA Civ 1566; [2005] 2 P. and C.R. 5
2005
Proprietary Estoppel / Constructive Trusts, Limitation periods, Civil procedure
Butler & Young Ltd v Bedford BC [2003] EWHC 1289 (Admin)
Timing of Appointment of Private Building Control
Hamblin v Field (CA) [2000] B.P.I.R. 621 (ChD) [2000] B.P.I.R. 270
Delay, Strike Out, Setting Aside a Transaction at an Undervalue
Sargeant v Macepark (Whittlebury) Ltd [2008] EWCA Civ 1482
2008
Mediation Agreement, Landlord and Tenant
Dutton v. Davies [2006] EWCA Civ 694; [2006] 2 P. and C.R. DG19
2006
Buy back rights, Mortgages, Options, Sale of land
Eco-Energy (GB) Ltd v First Secretary Of State (CA) [2004] EWCA Civ 1566; [2005] 2 P. and C.R. 5
2005
Proprietary Estoppel / Constructive Trusts, Limitation periods, Civil procedure.
Hamblin v Field (Ch D) [2000] BPIR 270; (CA) [2000] BPIR 621; Times
April 26 2000
Delay, Strike Out, Setting Aside a Transaction at an Undervalue
Memberships
David is a member of the Chancery Bar Association and the Midlands Chancery and Commercial Bar Association.
