UK Bar
Banking & Finance - London (Bar)
David Railton KC is a vastly experienced advocate with a practice spanning the full range of disputes in banking and finance. He has particularly deep expertise in issues arising from the financial crash of 2008. His practice covers complex financial products, note issue construction and operation, swaps and derivatives disputes, and cases concerning allegations of LIBOR manipulation. He is also a highly adept practitioner in insurance and general commercial cases. He is further recognised for his expertise in offshore jurisdictions, including the BVI, Bermuda and the Cayman Islands, where he handles highly complex financial cases and a number of group litigation matters.
Strengths
"David has a natural authority that flows from a rare blend of brilliance, decency and the mastery of his subject."
"David is excellent. He's super friendly to work with and very thoughtful, and really gets into the details of a case."
Commercial Dispute Resolution - London (Bar)
Strengths
"He is super friendly to work with and very thoughtful, and really gets into the details."
"David is a phenomenon. He has a natural authority that flows from his rare blend of brilliance, decency and total mastery of his subject."
Insurance - London (Bar)
David Railton KC is recognised for his deep knowledge of the insurance market. He has considerable experience handling insurance disputes arising from the financial services sector. He has also handled a number of significant international arbitrations and regularly sits as an arbitrator in these matters.
Strengths
"David is collaborative, and his advocacy is completely convincing."
"David is a go-to for insurance matters as he is unflappable, calm and courteous."
International Arbitration: General Commercial & Insurance - London (Bar)
David Railton KC is noted for having a solid arbitration practice that focuses on insurance-related disputes. He has particular expertise in Bermuda Form arbitrations. In addition to undertaking advocacy he sits as an arbitrator.
Strengths
"David is a fantastic thinker."