Daniel Chadwick

Daniel Chadwick is a specialist criminal defence barrister with a practice exclusively defending those facing charges relating to high-value and complex fraud and business crime and serious organised crime across the country.

Engaging, accessible and fearless, Daniel is a natural and talented jury advocate. He is known for his incisive cross-examination and compelling speeches, but in addition Daniel’s dogged determination to pursue issues of disclosure and abuse of process during the pre-trial stage have produced remarkable results, often resulting in cases being dropped.

Daniel approaches cases strategically from the outset and, with a reputation for being both pro-active and meticulous in his case preparation, he is frequently sought out to represent professionals in cases of the utmost gravity. In recent years, he has routinely appeared in large and complex multi-handed cases, often for the first defendant.

What others say:

“Daniel is a fantastic barrister. His skill both in and out of court is almost unmatched. His attention to detail is precise, he is quick and thorough and clients and juries alike both love him. He is persuasive, meticulous and is regularly instructed on paper heavy, complex cases.” – Legal 500 UK 2024 (Crime)

“Daniel is the complete package. He is charming with juries, very user-friendly and has a total command of every detail of a case. In particular, Daniel is able to articulate complex topics to juries in a simple yet highly engaging manner.” – Legal 500 UK 2024 (Fraud Crime)

“Daniel is a very good trial lawyer with an ability to communicate well with lay clients and ensure a case is fully prepared for trial.” – Legal 500 UK 2023 (Fraud Crime)

“Daniel is a knowledgeable and highly-responsive barrister who instills confidence in both professional and lay clients.” – Legal 500 UK 2023 (Crime)