Nick Dent

Nick Dent leads the Serious and General Crime practice at Mishcon De Reya and is a Partner in the Criminal & Regulatory Defence Group.

Nick represents individuals facing criminal investigation and prosecution, bringing forensic judgement and a consistently strong record of outcomes across highly sensitive and complex cases.

Nick acts for individuals across the full spectrum of serious and general criminal offences, with particular expertise in matters that arise from an individual's professional life or personal circumstances. His clients include those facing investigation by the Police, the Serious Fraud Office, the Financial Conduct Authority and other enforcement agencies.

A significant part of Nick's practice is focused upon pre-charge advice and representation. His strategic intervention at the investigative stage regularly secures early conclusions to cases that might otherwise have been prolonged and damaging to clients. His particular expertise in discreetly handling sensitive cases for individuals who value their reputation and privacy makes him a trusted advisor for high-profile individuals, company officers and those working across regulated industries.

Nick's involvement across the full life of a case, from representation at the Police Station and the early stages of an initial investigation through to trial and any subsequent appeal, provides clients with a depth of case knowledge that makes a material difference to outcomes.

Nick is ranked in both Chambers UK and Legal 500, where he is consistently recognised as highly regarded for his expertise in Serious and General Crime.

Key Experience

Serious and General Crime

• Acted for numerous high-profile individuals from the entertainment sector who were investigated by the Metropolitan Police and US agencies in connection with allegations arising from the #Metoo disclosures
• Represented a number of young people and adults who have been instigated as a result of the "Everyone's Invited" campaign
• Defended individuals accused of criminal conduct arising out of relationship breakdowns, including allegations of harassment, controlling and coercive behaviour, stalking and sexual offences
• Represented professionals who are subject to allegations of misconduct in the workplace
• Represented individuals accused of assault and other offences involving violence
• Acted for individuals investigated for Modern Slavery offences
• Defended clients involved in serious road traffic collisions or accidents, including those accused of causing serious injury or fatalities by careless or dangerous driving
• Acted for numerous high-profile individuals including television personalities, entertainers and sports people, politicians and senior executives
• Represented doctors accused of mistreating patients

White Collar Crime

• Represented individuals in bribery investigations and prosecutions
• Represented the lead defendant in the LIBOR "Brokers Trial"
• Represented a broker in LIBOR investigations by the SFO
• Represented numerous individuals who have been interviewed by the CMA in respect of alleged cartel offences, including leniency applicants
• Acted for bankers suspected of committing insider dealing by the FCA
• Acted for a banker suspected of breaching FCA rules
• Acted for a politician accused of accepting bribes
• Represented a Solicitor accused of fraud, forgery and perverting the course of justice

Career History

Partner, Mishcon de Reya LLP
Managing Associate, Mishcon de Reya LLP
Senior Associate, Kingsley Napley LLP
Associate, Hodge Jones and Allen LLP
Trainee Solicitor, Hodge Jones and Allen LLP