David Bailey
David qualified in 1991 and was a partner in Sprecher Grier Halberstam now Shakespeare Martineau before joining Healys in 2016.
David deals with all aspects of commercial litigation including professional negligence against solicitors, surveyors, accountants and other advisors, and mortgage-related litigation. Other areas of work include recoveries, commercial fraud and property litigation.
David has built his financial dispute practice over the past couple of decades by focusing on finance disputes, particularly lender oriented litigation and professional negligence and fraud claims. David combines clear leadership with a hands on approach and has developed an impressive track record of optimising recoveries for his clients. He is directly involved in cases, being passionate about developing practical, commercial solutions.
David is acknowledged as one of the UK's leading professional negligence litigators by the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners, who describe him as "amenable, thorough and dedicated"; with "extensive knowledge of legal issues". He is additionally recognised by Spears 500 as a Top Recommended Lawyer for litigation and dispute resolution.
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David Bailey is always approachable, listens to and appreciates each critical issue. His extensive knowledge, experience and grasp of issues enables him to provide effective tactical, commercial and pragmatic advice, always in a clear and calm manner.
Mark
I met with David Bailey twelve years ago when one of our international trade suppliers wrongly tried to demand payment from our bank pursuant to an Irrevocable Letter of Credit (guarantee). David took this matter in hand and not only stopped the bank paying the supplier but later on he closed the full matter to our full our satisfaction. Since then we have given six more cases to David involving complex issues and he either won them for us or arrived at a satisfactory agreement with the other side.
Lajos Gati
Director
I first encountered David Bailey at a council of mortgage lenders event. He was giving a presentation in which I was particularly interested. Subsequent to that meeting David became my point of contact for cases which have proven to be difficult in my eyes. He has been clear and concise in his advice. In addition he is patient and gives options that keep actions at a practical level. I feel confident in acting upon that advice.
Sara Price
Having instructed David Bailey over a number of years in relation to professional negligence matters against both valuers and solicitors we have found him to be an excellent lawyer, very adept at resolving disputes between professionals with a most efficient, capable, diligent and commercial approach. The client communication he provides is always concise and accurate and cases are moved forward in a timely fashion.
Dean Atkins
Paratus AMC Limited
David Bailey and his team at Healys are helping us with a complex and frustrating legal professional negligence claim. Throughout the process to date David has given us clear and succinct advice and has ensured that we understand the sometimes bewildering practice and procedures involved. He is also diligent in keeping us up-to-date on costs. We have every confidence that David will secure a satisfactory outcome for us and have no hesitation in recommending him to others.
Professional Negligence Client
Just a short note to thank David Bailey for the way in which you helped us through the settlement process with Goodlaw. I was expecting competence but was impressed with the perceptive way in which you read the situation, intuited what we were looking for and helped us achieve that. It could have been stressful and unpleasant; it wasn't, largely thanks to you. We're very grateful.
John Rignell
We would just like to thank both David Bailey and Charlie Bratley for all your work throughout this case; it has been a very unusual case for us but it has now finally completed!
Stacey Mower
Senior Collections Officer, Ipswich Building Society
I have had the misfortune to experience the devastating impact of an Architect's error in the plans for an extension and loft conversion to my home. Although I was initially anxious about approaching a law firm, I chose Healys LLP based on their reputation and experience in professional negligence cases and I have not been disappointed. David Bailey is both personable and approachable and I have felt able to discuss any of my concerns with him, and to seek clarification where needed. David provided me with clear and understandable information about the process of litigation, the technical aspects of the case and its relevant merits which has enabled me to make an informed decision about how to proceed. I feel that David not only listened to my concerns, but fully understood the impact that this has had on me both financially and personally too. David’s professional knowledge and support has been much appreciated and reassuring to me at a time when I felt there was no options for me to achieve a positive outcome in this situation.
Sarah Garrett
I appreciate your support and help throughout the process, and should I need any assistance in the future, I know where to go. David Bailey, thank you for making this happen!
Pawel Skura
'David Bailey has kept me fully updated with the progress of my case, and has handled it with sensitivity and professionalism. I am confident that I am in good hands.'.....
'David Bailey is an excellent lawyer. He takes a grip on the case and plans and executes strategy from the outset, so the case develops with a focused, lean approach.'.....
'David is vastly experienced and takes time to listen to appreciate each critical issue. David provides effective tactical, commercial and pragmatic advice, in a clear and calm manner.'
Legal 500 - Referee Testimonials 2022
'They provide sound advice and listen very carefully. Each issue or query is attended to almost immediately and they are always available. I'm working with David Bailey, who is highly professional and always makes sure we are both on the same page before taking any action.'.....
'David Bailey was extremely professional and knowledgeable, and when it came to dealing with the insurance companies representing the other solicitors and barrister we were pursuing he was supreme and won us the case against them.'
Legal 500 - Referee Testimonials 2023
We used Healys to resolve a family property ownership dispute and were impressed with their services. Thank you to Partner and Head of Dispute Resolution David Bailey (in particular) for his professionalism, guidance and support for what was a very emotional case. We're so pleased that we had David fighting our corner and securing the outcome that we had hoped for.
Mandy Plummer
Throughout my career I have had extensive and diverse interaction with many talented legal and business professionals, but I can say without hesitation or reserve, that David Bailey is quite simply one of the best commercial litigators and pragmatic individuals I have ever had the pleasure to work with. Possessing a sharp mind, extensive network of exceptional specialists, and what appears to be endless energy, he just rolls his sleeves up and gets the job done – installing confidence and integrity – and all with an unparalleled commitment to achieving success for his clients. Perhaps the clearest indication I can give is that if I were to face further legal challenges in the future he is the first man I want on my team. A rare find.
George Eaton-Busfield
Director
I would just like to thank you for your hard work and effort in bringing this claim to a successful conclusion. It seemed at times that the universe was conspiring against us when things started to go wrong from the outset, but we got there in the end. We are of course pleased to have come out on right side of things financially but disappointed that it was the insurers and not [Law firm] who were ultimately held to account for their negligent work. I guess the fact they have been shut down by the SRA is retribution enough. For all the right reasons I hope never to have need of your services again but rest assured you would be my first point of contact should the need arise. Once again, many thanks.
M.B.
David Bailey ‘combines being clever with being very practical’, acting as a ‘shrewd operator with a lot of nous’, and offering significant experience in fraud, professional negligence and financial services litigation.
Legal 500 - 2024
‘David Bailey is unflappable. He is not fazed by any bullying tactics, and pushes through to achieve the best outcome for the clients.’........... ‘David Bailey has great acumen and gets to the heart of cases quickly. He is also a very shrewd operator with a lot of nous. He and his team are outstanding to work with and give me great confidence in them.’.......... ‘David Bailey combines being clever with being very practical. The team he leads is quick to respond and more than held their own in arbitration and WP negotiations with top London law firms. He has the three qualities of being quick, clever and practical which is formidable and means that he provides a great service to clients.’
Legal 500 - Referee Testimonials 2024
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