David is a partner in the London corporate practice and a member of the firm’s technology transactions group. His practice has a focus on domestic and cross-border mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and strategic investment transactions ranging from venture and growth through to private equity.

David specializes in transactions for technology companies from early stage through to initial public offering (IPO)/exit. He has over 20 years of experience acting for international clients on their strategic investment, roll up plans and joint venture activity across Europe. David has a deep expertise regarding structuring and executing pan-European cross-border transactions for domestic and overseas clients.

Prior to joining Akin, David held roles as head of the private equity group and leadership of the corporate telecoms, media and technology group at another London headquartered international law firm.