Chambers Review
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Financial Crime - London (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Nicola Howard KC is a well-organised, highly dependable silk who applies herself effectively and communicates well with both clients and judges. She is experienced in acting for the defence in a range of financial crime cases, including those relating to tax fraud and rate manipulation. Her client base includes company officers and directors, as well as professionals, and she is regularly instructed both for pre-charge advice and for representation at trial. She is noted for her expertise in cases with international elements.
Strengths
She is calm, measured and reassuring for clients. She is so thorough and has that gravitas and respect which is properly earned.
Nicola is a dynamic and commercial barrister who regularly secures repeat clients due to her skills with them.
She has a calm presence in court and is a very attractive advocate who faithfully represents her clients.