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David Sleight
Spear’s Review
David Sleight of Kingsley Napley is commended for his client skills, legal knowledge and ability to ‘immediately put everyone in the case at ease’ – a rare talent in the criminal defence space.
Focused on general crime as well as complex white-collar investigations, Sleight has advised a wide spectrum of HNWs, including premier league footballers, celebrities and senior executives, meaning many of his cases involve reputational risk. He has particular experience with money laundering allegations, sextortion and the proceedings relating to restraint, forfeiture and confiscation. ‘I’ve got a specialism in blackmail and represent people who are either facing allegations or blackmail or are being blackmailed themselves,’ he tells Spear’s.
‘I do a lot of work behind the scenes. In that regard, I’m a bit of a troubleshooter for clients.’
Rank: Recommended
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