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David Edwards

David Edwards

Europe 2026

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Practice Areas

David Edwards is co-head of our European Disputes practice based in London and has acted in some of the world’s largest and most complex corporate and commercial disputes conducted in the English and international courts, and in international arbitration.

David has advised on a vast range of high-profile strategic battles, including successfully defending several clients in respect of worldwide freezing orders (the “nuclear weapon” of the English courts). He also has advised a large number of ultra-high-net-worth individuals and ultimate beneficial owners of international business conglomerates in relation to their contentious and strategic commercial positions and has forged a practice in respect of complex international shareholder disputes. David’s experience in major international disputes spans industries including energy and natural resources, telecoms, power projects, pharmaceutical, banking and finance (including offshore), cryptocurrency, technology, commodities and trusts. He also has advised on a variety of ESG-related matters for clients.

Career

Partner, joined the Firm in 2024.

Personal

Bristol Institute of Legal Practice, LPC (2001); University of Exeter, LL.B (2000).

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Chambers European Guide

Commercial and Corporate Litigation - UK

Band 5
Band 5

Individual Editorial

Co-head of Simpson Thacher's European disputes practice, David Edwards has an established reputation of high level representation of clients involved in distressed asset related litigation.

Strengths

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  • David is wise counsel, he knows knows his stuff both technically and strategically. He knows the law but he also knows how to see clients through difficult situations.

    Commercial and Corporate LitigationChambers European Guide
  • David Edward is an outstanding operator with an excellent grasp of complex litigation situations and the ability to cut through the noise. He communicates in an authoritative and clear manner.

    Commercial and Corporate LitigationChambers European Guide

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