Lord (David) Wolfson KC has been appointed as the shadow Attorney General. In this role, he will provide legal advice to the shadow cabinet and speak on key legal and constitutional matters.
Alongside his new responsibilities, David will continue to run a full-time practice at One Essex Court. He previously served as Minister of Justice in the House of Lords and is currently Chair of the Football Regulatory Authority.
Commenting on his appointment, David said:
“I’m honoured to take on this position, to advise the shadow cabinet on legal issues and to hold the Government to account. Justice and law are central to my life – including my professional life at One Essex Court, where I will continue in full-time practice – and to the life of the nation.”