David advises on all aspects of financial services law and regulation.
David has been a Partner in the Financial Services Group since joining the firm in 2000.
His practice areas of special interest include investment funds and capital markets. David's clients include investment managers, custodian banks, fund administrators and investors.
David has particular expertise in the alternative investments area, including real estate and private equity. He has established a number of structures investing in US Life Settlements both as regulated funds and as unregulated SPVs.
He advises on compliance with obligations under MiFID and AIFMD and has represented firms who are the subject of regulatory investigations.
David began his career with a leading London law firm before relocating to Ireland in 1992 where he continued his career as in-house counsel with Chase Manhattan Bank (now JP Morgan), before joining LK Shields.
Recommended for Capital Markets and Investment Funds.
Recommended for Investment Funds.
Recommended for Investment Funds.
Recommended for Capital Markets and Investment Funds.
Recommended for Investment Funds.
"David Williams has been our lead partner – he is very good." Recommended for Investment Funds and Capital Markets.
Recommended for Investment Funds.
Clients describe him as "a good problem solver and negotiator."
'David Williams executed the mandate very efficiently.' Recommended for Capital Markets.
'David Williams assists in finding a way forward rather than reasons why not.' Recommended for Investment Funds.
Praised for "his commercial approach and his ability to navigate difficult situations." Recommended for Investment Funds/Financial Services.
"He is proactive and forthcoming in that he will tell us where there are potential problems." Recommended for Investment Funds.
Recommended for Capital Markets and Investment Funds.
Clients describe him as "very nice to work with." Recommended for Investment Funds.
Ranked as 'Highly Regarded' lawyer for Capital Markets and Financial Services Regulatory
Recommended for Private Funds
David Williams ‘communicates real-world solutions in advancement of a client’s business objectives’. Recommended for Capital Markets and Investment Funds.
Recommended for Investment Funds.
"An excellent listener with the ability to get to the crux of any issue and give sound advice."
Recommended for Investment Funds.
"Intelligent and knowledgeable", "The level of attention he gave was outstanding".
Recommended for Capital Markets and Financial Services Regulatory.
Recommended for Investment Funds.
Recommended for Investment Funds.
David Williams "has vast knowledge and is always aware of everything that is going on, providing a really watchful brief and offering great vision to help his clients". Recommended for Investment Funds/Financial Services.
Recommended for Capital Markets and Investment Funds.
Recommended for Investment Funds.
David Williams is described as ‘experienced and knowledgeable’ and provides ‘well-researched advice with a smile’.
David Williams is highly commended for his "calm and pragmatic" approach to investment fund cases.
Recognised as a Leading Lawyer.
Recommended for Financial Services.
David Williams very hands-on and with you every step of the way, according to clients.
David Williams is responsive and knowledgeable and provides a high level of service.
Really experienced and knows how to clear something with the Regulator.
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