AST Hampsons partner retires

A young David Chad

David Chad, a partner at AST Hampsons, is retiring from his role as a solicitor.

David qualified as a solicitor in 1984 having worked at solicitors Temperley Taylor in the 1970s, working alongside distinguished solicitor Eric Taylor during his time at the company in Middleton, and has worked with AST Hampsons since 2001.

AST Hampsons Managing Partner Peter Taylor said: “David qualified the old fashioned way and did it all by working as a clerk and then working nights. He didn’t get the chance to go to university.”

After working at Temperley Taylor, David moved to Atherton Solicitors, which eventually merged with Standring Taylor and Co to become Atherton Strandring Taylor. In 2001, Atherton Standring Taylor and Hampsons solicitors joined forces and became AST Hampsons.

Peter added: “David has great wisdom that I have always valued.”

David is an experienced criminal lawyer who headed up the criminal department at AST Hampsons. He specialised in criminal litigation, which includes representing clients in adult and youth court and representing the interest of clients at police stations.

David also has a long and successful track record of representing motorists in relation to motoring offences.

“No one has worked harder than David,” said Peter. “He will often be here from 7am or earlier for work.”

David, who is married with two children and grandchildren, will be still be available for his colleagues if they need his help. “We may call on him for some consultancy work but he certainly deserves this time to himself now,” said Peter.

David has been described as a hard worker who will be missed by colleagues and clients. Peter added: “He has been a pleasure to work with over the years. I value his work and he has been a true friend who has always put the firm first.”