David Baker

David Baker is an experienced barrister at Essex Court Chambers since September 2018, following a notable tenure at Allen & Overy where expertise was developed in international arbitration, investment treaty arbitration, and professional disciplinary proceedings. Prior to this, David undertook various roles as a trainee solicitor specializing in restructuring and insolvency, international arbitration, and corporate pensions. David's legal career began as a Senior Caseworker at the University of Exeter Community Legal Helpdesk, and multiple vacation schemes at prestigious firms including Allen & Overy, Norton Rose Group, and Clifford Chance contributed to gaining insights into litigation and finance. Educational credentials include a Bachelor of Civil Law from the University of Oxford, an Accelerated LPC from The University of Law, and a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from the University of Exeter.