Direct Access Barrister
David James Francis Yates KC A KC (King's Counsel) is a very senior barrister or solicitor advocate who is recognised as an expert and leader in their legal field. A KC will often take the lead on cases, particularly highly complex cases which demand greater experience and expertise.
Direct Access Barrister
David James Francis Yates KC A KC (King's Counsel) is a very senior barrister or solicitor advocate who is recognised as an expert and leader in their legal field. A KC will often take the lead on cases, particularly highly complex cases which demand greater experience and expertise.
I was called to the Bar in 2004 and became a KC (or silk) in 2019. I receive instructions from solicitors, accountants as well as under public access.
Area of Law
Tax and Revenue
This is the core area of my practice on which I both provide advice and represent clients in litigation.
What sort of work do I do?
I advise and litigate in respect of corporate, personal and indirect taxes together with tax related related professional negligence and public law. Areas of specialism include all areas of corporate tax, remittance rules for individuals and disguised investment management fee issues.
Who do I work for?
My clients tend to be a mixture of corporates, partnerships/LLPs and HNW individuals.