JUNIOR PROFILE

David McIlroy

UK Bar 2026

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Ranked in 3 practice areas

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UK Bar

Cryptoassets - All Circuits

Band 2
Band 2

Individual Editorial

David Mcllroy is a highly experienced barrister and is recognised across the market as having expertise in the regulatory aspects of cryptoasset matters. He has particular experience acting on the claimant side of such cases.

Banking & Finance - London (Bar)

Band 3
Band 3

Individual Editorial

David McIlroy has a strong track record of appearances in cases in the banking field, most commonly in alleged mis-selling of interest rate hedging products. He has further expertise in advising on the regulatory framework for the financial industry. McIlroy is most often found acting for claimants, and is frequently sought after to handle shareholder disputes. He has handled cases involving LIBOR manipulation, swaps mis-selling, financial fraud disputes and duty breaches. He acts for a broad variety of claimants, frequently multi-party, and has expertise in shareholder matters.

Professional Negligence - London (Bar)

Band 3
Band 3

Individual Editorial

David Mcllroy is head of chambers at Forum Chambers. He regularly acts for claimants in professional negligence claims against a variety of professionals including solicitors and financial advisers.

Strengths

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  • He breathes life into cases and is incredibly proactive.

    CryptoassetsUK Bar
  • David is highly respected for his expertise and strategic thinking and is brilliant on his feet.

    CryptoassetsUK Bar
  • He is clued into the regulatory side of cases and he thinks outside the box.

    CryptoassetsUK Bar
  • David is focused on delivering efficient and clear results for his clients. His work is clear and includes guidance for practical implementation.

    Banking & FinanceUK Bar
  • He is incredibly good at the commercial side,

    Banking & FinanceUK Bar
  • He is highly respected for his expertise and strategic thinking and is brilliant on his feet.

    Banking & FinanceUK Bar

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London (Bar)

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