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Court of Protection: Property & Affairs - All Circuits
Individual Editorial
David Rees KC is an expert in matters that concern incapacity and elderly clients. He is noted for his unusual expertise in international and cross-border Court of Protection work that challenges the court's jurisdiction, and for handling cases that analyse orders made by foreign courts. He is sought after for high-profile cases with substantial damages, particularly by the Official Solicitor.
Strengths
David is without doubt the leading counsel for Court of Protection work. He is an exceptional advocate and has immense technical knowledge and ability.
He remains king of the COP - very well respected and excellent advocacy.
Chancery: Traditional - London (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Strengths
David is at the top of his game and is a genuinely good bloke. He has very good tax knowledge, which you don't always see at the Bar; not everyone at the Bar has that technical acumen.
David is simply excellent to have on your side. He provides comprehensive advice which the court will rely upon due to its detail and realistic approach. He has the court's ear.
David Rees is patient, tenacious, commercial, thinks strategically and is very well respected. I would choose him over any other barrister in this field.
David Rees has unrivalled legal knowledge and is a master of strategy.
Court of Protection: Health & Welfare - All Circuits
Individual Editorial
David Rees KC is highly regarded for his expertise in matters involving complex issues of both personal welfare and property and affairs. He is regularly instructed by the Official Solicitor and is particularly adept at handling cases concerning the jurisdiction of the Court of Protection.
Strengths
David can be relied on to find a pragmatic solution.
David Rees is very good with the clients and great on the detail.