Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

Litigation

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.

Partner, joined the firm in 2024.

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