The Lord Mayor

In 1979 David became a Partner at Allen & Overy. Having a strong interest in the governance of the City of London, David stood for election to Common Council and was elected as member for the Ward of Farringdon Within in 2002. In 2005 he was elected Alderman for the Ward of Langbourn. In 2009 David was elected Sheriff of the City of London.

David has made time throughout his career to devote to charitable and community activities in promotion of education and sport. A member of Leander and the London Rowing Club, the Anthenaeum and the City of London Club, David's interests include opera, ballet, rowing and railways.