DMH Stallard LLP

Professional Negligence

Partner, Professional Negligence and Commercial Litigation

Expert in complex commercial disputes specialising in professional negligence especially against lawyers, commercial fraud, lender-related claims and financial disputes.

David is a litigation partner specialising in commercial disputes, with particular depth in professional negligence claims against solicitors, surveyors, accountants, will writers and other professional advisers. He also advises on commercial fraud, lender-related disputes, recoveries, and wider financial and finance-related disputes.

David’s approach combines rigorous preparation with practical, commercial judgement. He is known for forensic approach, testing the evidence and building a strategy that is focused on impact, what can be achieved, how quickly, and at what cost. Clients value his direct, honest advice and his ability to stay calm under pressure while driving matters forward.

Over more than three decades in practice, David has developed a robust financial disputes practice, with a particular focus on lender-oriented litigation, professional negligence and fraud claims. He takes a hands-on role in shaping the case theory, marshalling the evidence and keeping the team aligned to a clear plan and timetable. He also brings the curiosity and love of learning needed to navigate complex disputes, while maintaining the social intelligence to guide clients through difficult decisions with empathy as well as confidence.

David qualified as a solicitor in 1991 and joined DMH Stallard in 2025. He works primarily in our Brighton office but also collaborates closely with colleagues in our other locations including Gatwick, Guildford and London.

When you are dealing with a dispute, particularly one against a former professional adviser you once trusted, but has let you down it can feel personal, unsettling and overwhelming. David understands how difficult that experience can be. He will give you clear, straight answers from the outset, explain your options in plain English, and keep you fully informed at each stage so you always know where you stand. Above all, David focuses on rebuilding confidence through clarity, transparency and steady leadership, especially when clients are feeling uncertain or vulnerable.

Professional Negligence Lawyers Association