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Provided by Nick James
Nick has an extensive financial crime practice, representing those accused of bribery, fraud or money laundering.
Nick acts in Proceeds of Crime matters, very recently in the consolidated Appeals, R v Haden and others [2024] EWCA Crim 344, on refusals to extend the period of postponement in confiscation proceedings.
Nick also acts in Sports Law cases, recently representing the head of the Belarus Athletics Team who was charged with violations of the World Athletics Integrity Code of Conduct.
Recent case include:
R v PL & Ors - £54m Money-Laundering Conspiracy
R v Haden and others - Special Court to consider conjoined appeals re refusals to extend the period of postponement for confiscation.
R v SZ & Ors - Cheat on the Revenue and associated money-laundering offences.
SFO v NW & Ors ( - company director charged with bribery and money laundering offences by the SFO.
R v AS & Ors - 12-handed money laundering operation.
R v AH & Ors - Investment fraud boiler room fraud.
R v MJ & Ors - 20 handed Conspiracy to Defraud the Civil Aviation Authority.
R v LC & Ors - 13 handed multi-million pound MTIC fraud.
R v MdP & Ors - Private prosecution of Italian nationals brought by the American clothing brand Supreme for trademark infringements in Europe and China.
R v Byrne - Represented two former company directors in the joined appeal relating to the discredited carbon credit expert.
Provided by Chambers
Nick James is a talented barrister with a reputation for diligence and the provision of impressive advocacy. His recent work includes acting for the defence in bribery and large multi-handed money laundering trials.
Provided by Chambers
Nick has a really nice manner with the jury. He makes dry material come to life in his delivery and has a charm that sets him apart.
A highly skilled advocate, his preparation is exceptional and there is no task too much or too little for him.
A highly competent fraud specialist, Nick James is very approachable and client-friendly.
Nick has a really nice manner with the jury. He makes dry material come to life in his delivery and has a charm that sets him apart.
A highly skilled advocate, his preparation is exceptional and there is no task too much or too little for him.
A highly competent fraud specialist, Nick James is very approachable and client-friendly.
