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David Johnson

David Johnson

UK 2026

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About

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Practice Areas

David has broad experience in high value, multi-jurisdictional disputes with particular experience in disputes involving allegations of breach of duty and fraud; dealing with heavy interim and injunctive relief (including freezing and receivership orders and antisuit injunctions); coordinating parallel proceedings across various jurisdictions; and utilising insolvency proceedings as part of a broader litigation strategy.

Drawing on his background as an insolvency lawyer, David also has a busy restructuring and insolvency practice, focusing on advisory and contentious mandates. In this respect, he has particular experience dealing with cross-border recognition and the coordination of insolvency proceedings across several jurisdictions; contentious restructuring, including challenges to Restructuring Plans and Schemes of Arrangement; advising stakeholders in the insolvencies of financial institutions (including under the Investment Bank Special Administration regime); and dealing with high-value mandates which involve complex regulatory issues, including under economic sanctions regulations and the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002.

Career

David trained and qualified in the restructuring and insolvency department of a commercial law firm, gaining broad experience in insolvency and specialising in contentious matters.

Professional Memberships

David is a member of R3

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Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Restructuring/Insolvency: Litigation - London (Firms)

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David Johnson is noted for his work in complex insolvency cross-border disputes, including freezing orders and asset recoveries.

Strengths

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  • David has a level of gravitas where he can talk through an issue without being cautious, with his advice clearly being backed up by a lot of knowledge. He is a delight to work with.

    Restructuring/Insolvency: LitigationChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
  • David Johnson is an exceptional lawyer. His knowledge, understanding of the core issues at hand, responsiveness and management of the case are outstanding. I would recommend him to anyone.

    Restructuring/Insolvency: LitigationChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
  • David Johnson really thinks outside the box. If you want a lawyer who can give you more than just two options, he's your man. He is a great tactician.

    Restructuring/Insolvency: LitigationChambers Guide to the Legal Profession

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