David Porter

Consultant. Davidwas a First and Second Tier Judge in the Tax Chamber. He advises on property, commercial, tax and VAT matters. He has considerable experience advising charities. He is Chairman of the Provincial/ WalshTrust for Bolton and has worked with Charities at ground level, as a volunteer, secretary, Chairman, Trustee and a Director over the last 45 years.

Where/when you studied: Manchester University - law

Professional expertise before joining the firm: 35 years Partner Porter Hope and Knipe

When you joined the firm: May 1995 when my practice merged with Fieldings

Department responsibilities: Formerly Senior Partner now Consultant

Areas of special legal expertise: Commercial Property and Business Law VAT, Tax and Charity Law

Committees or organisations with which he has been involved:

• Clerk to the Commissioners of H M Customs and Revenue (25yrs)
• Training Commissioners Chairman
• Part time Chairman VAT tribunal
• Part time Special Commissioner
• Chairman Provincial/ WalshTrust for Bolton
• Bolton Lads and Girls Club. Volunteer and Trustee
• Author 'Financial Management for Solicitors'; Oyez Press(1978 to 2000 5 editions)
• Lecturing in Charity and Business Law