1 min read

Three Barristers from 8DB appointed Deputy District Judges

Read more

By DAC Beachcroft

|

Published 20 February 2024

Overview

International law firm DAC Beachcroft is delighted to announce that three barristers from 8DB, the firm's inhouse barrister and advocacy service, have been appointed as Deputy District Judges.

Barristers David Fardy, Michelle Liddy and Nick Thornsby will all sit in the Civil Jurisdiction, with David appointed to the Wales circuit and Michelle and Nick appointed to the Northern circuit. The appointments are part-time and all three will continue to practice at 8DB.

Jonathan Robinshaw, who leads 8DB commented, "Many congratulations to David, Michelle and Nick on these very impressive appointments. We wish them all the best in their new roles."

DACB launched 8DB in January 2021 in order to provide insurers and commercial clients with access to the full suite of litigation and dispute resolution services. Headed by Jonathan Robinshaw, 8DB’s barristers and advocates act for clients across many of DACB’s services, including Motor, Casualty, Credit Hire, Property Disputes, Costs Litigation and Inquests.

Key contact