It is with profound sadness that we must announce the untimely and shocking death of Paul Darling OBE KC on the evening of Friday 2nd August, 2024.

He was a towering figure and one of the finest advocates of the construction bar, whose cross examination was as devastating as it was entertaining.He was also a mentor, an inspiration and a good friend with a caring nature which could not be hidden behind his large personality.

We are in shock and grief. Our loss is profound and his going will affect many. He was Treasurer of Middle Temple this year - a role he relished and made his own. We miss him and our world is smaller and sadder. Our sympathies and thoughts are with his beloved wife, Camilla and his family.

We are organising a condolence book, if you have any memories, photos, stories of Paul you wish to share, please send them through to Ashleigh.Greenaway@39essex.com.