David Maddison
Called: 1995 Areas of Law: Personal Injury, Employment, Family
David Maddison graduated from Birmingham University in 1993, and went on to study the Bar Vocational Course at the Inns of Court School of Law.
After working in Manchester solicitors firms for 14 months, he commenced pupillage in London. Initially this was in chancery law, however he soon became focused on family law. His practice in London was almost exclusively acting for Local Authorities in care work. He has represented most London boroughs.
He moved to Cobden House in 1999, and since then has practiced in all areas of family law. Within care proceedings he mainly represents parents, including those accused of the most serious acts of abuse and neglect. He has also acted for local authorities and guardians.
He also maintains a significant practice in private child law matters, including cases involving international elements and those with a significant risk of abduction.
David also regularly deals with ancillary relief cases and has a growing expertise in TOLATA applications.
He is a member of the FLBA, and has taught advocacy on the Bar Vocational Course at Manchester Metropolitan University for the last 6 years.