SILK PROFILE

David Walsh KC

UK Bar 2026

Essex Court Chambers

Ranked in 2 practice areas

Shipping & Commodities

London (Bar)

12 years ranked

Insurance

London (Bar)

9 years ranked

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

UK Bar

Shipping & Commodities - London (Bar)

New Silks

Individual Editorial

David Walsh acts in a range of dry shipping cases and is recommended for his advocacy in court and arbitrations. His practice includes charter parties, demurrage disputes and marine insurance matters.

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Insurance - London (Bar)

New Silks

Individual Editorial

David Walsh KC is a well-regarded silk who receives praise for his insurance and reinsurance expertise. He offers particular strength in marine matters. He has also been sought out to act in disputes relating to property damage and political risk claims.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

He is the go-to for marine insurance matters. David is just fantastic, and I am so impressed by the quality of his work; he is the complete package.
Shipping & CommoditiesUK Bar
He is very good on his feet and he knows how to fight.
InsuranceUK Bar
David is exceptionally bright and user-friendly. He is commercial in his approach with an excellent eye for detail.
InsuranceUK Bar
He is very good at oral advocacy. Clients really like him because he is down-to-earth and is able to relate to everyone in the room.
InsuranceUK Bar
David is exceptional to work with; he is super bright, super hard-working and super client-friendly.
InsuranceUK Bar