Mr David Birrell > Exchange Chambers > Liverpool, England > Barrister Profile

Mr David Birrell

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Work Department

Criminal; Regulatory

Position

“David’s attention to detail is extraordinary.” (Legal 500, 2023)

“His patience and understanding make him stand out from others.” (Legal 500, 2023)

“Nothing is ever too much trouble” (Legal 500, 2023)

Consistently ranked as a Leading Junior in the Legal 500, David specialises in serious crime.  He handles cases in all areas of the criminal law including homicide, drug trafficking, terrorism, high value fraud and money laundering, and rape and sexual abuse.  He has experience of leading teams in complex and sensitive cases.

He is regularly instructed in long running and high-profile cases which attract widespread media coverage.  He defended as leading junior in R v Green and others, described by the BBC as ‘the UK’s biggest drugs conspiracy’.  He also defended in R v Barton and others, a year-long fraud trial in which his client was the only defendant to be acquitted.

Hardworking and dedicated, David goes the extra mile for his solicitors.  His lay clients appreciate his calm, patient and sympathetic manner.  His advocacy, particularly his cross examination of witnesses, is economical and extremely effective.

Career

Called 2006

Languages

English
French

Memberships

• Northern Circuit
• Association of Regulatory and Disciplinary Lawyers
• Criminal Bar Association
• Young Fraud Lawyers (North West) Association

Education

• Saint Edward’s College, Liverpool
• University of Liverpool
• L’Université Paris 1 – Panthéon-Sorbonne
• Nottingham Law School

Leisure

David enjoys drama and has performed in a number of plays and productions in theatres in Liverpool.
He is a keen footballer and plays for the Liverpool Ramblers. He also enjoys road cycling.
Having lived, studied and worked in Paris, David speaks French fluently.