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Collyer Bristow—David Vaughan

03 May 2022
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Law firm appoints dispute resolution partner

Collyer Bristow has recently appointed David Vaughan as a Partner in the Commercial Dispute Resolution department. David joins the firm from Shakespeare Martineau, where he was also Head of the London Office. His appointment at Collyer Bristow is effective as of 3 May 2022.

David is an experienced general commercial litigator with a focus on complex and high-value disputes, often with a multi-jurisdictional element. He specialises in complex corporate/commercial, commercial property/construction and banking/finance litigation, with a practice encompassing High Court proceedings, arbitration, adjudication, and other forms of alternative dispute resolution, including mediation. David’s wide client-base includes financial institutions, corporates, and entrepreneurial HNW individuals.

Commenting on his appointment, David said said: 'Collyer Bristow has a well-earned reputation as an industry leader in dispute resolution matters. I look forward to contributing to the firm’s expertise whilst also growing my own practice'.

Robin Henry, Partner and Head of Dispute Resolution, added: 'It is a pleasure to welcome David to the Commercial Dispute Resolution department. He will be a hugely valuable addition to the firm'.

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