Barristers

David Peters KC

David Peters KC

Position

Wide experience of commercial law with emphasis on general commercial litigation, civil fraud, insolvency and company law disputes. Particular expertise in dealing with cases with an international element (including disputes over jurisdiction and applicable law). Acts as both junior counsel in relation to substantial High Court litigation and as a sole advocate and advisor. Notable recent cases include: VTB Capital v Nutritek & Others [2011] EWCA Civ 1252, [2011] EWHC 3107 – instructed for the claimant in a complex jurisdictional dispute relating to an ongoing US$350m fraud claim; Re Bickland [2012] EWHC 706 – acted for the applicant in relation to a dispute over the treatment of costs of an administration application which was rendered otiose by an out-of-court appointment of administrators; Zodiac v Third Eye (TCC, 2012) – acted for the claimant in a substantial claim for fraudulent misrepresentation relating to the sale of a virtual reality training simulator.

Career

Called 2005, Middle Temple; joined Essex Court Chambers 2012.

Education

Trinity Hall, Cambridge (2003 elected scholar of Trinity Hall, 2004 BA (Law)).

Mentions

London Bar

Commercial litigation

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David Peters KC –Essex Court Chambers 'Incredibly bright, and able to cut straight to the core of complex issues on any case. A fantastic advocate, who persuasively puts forward the client's case and has the court's ear.'
London Bar

Fraud: civil

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David Peters KC –Essex Court Chambers 'He comes up with novel arguments - he sees things that other barristers do not.'
London Bar

Insurance and reinsurance

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David Peters KC –Essex Court Chambers
London Bar

International arbitration: counsel

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David Peters KC –Essex Court Chambers 'His in-depth knowledge of both fraud and arbitration makes him an invaluable team member when seeking to enforce awards. His advocacy skills are superb.'