David Banks commenced work as a barristers’ clerk at Essex Court Chambers in 2004 and has continued to progress from junior clerk to his current position of Assistant Team Leader. David’s role is focused towards allocation of work, fee negotiation and listing arrangements. David also works alongside Ben Perry and Jac Sexton, and is responsible for clerking the Public International Law Group and Junior KC’s of Chambers.

He has been recognised by the leading legal directories as:

“Helpful and a pleasure to deal with.”
The Legal 500 2024

“I have found Essex Court to be very good and quick in responding to queries put to them. David Banks is always helpful.”
The Legal 500 2023