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David Bentley KC KC
Work Department
Position
David Bentley KC, joint head of the Crime team, is a highly regarded criminal defence specialist, whose practice encompasses a wide range of serious and complex crimes, including murder, terrorism, fraud, business crime and sexual offences.
In addition to his trial work, he has an extensive local and international appeals practice.
David has recognised expertise in dealing with DNA and other areas of forensic evidence.
He also acts in inquests – particularly where issues of police misconduct arise.
Career
Year of Call: 1984; Gray’s Inn; Year of Silk: 2013.
Publications of note: article on recent developments in money laundering in Archbold News; ‘Fair trial’ chapter in ‘Human Rights in the Investigation and Prosecution of Crime’ (OUP); ‘Developments in DNA law/practice’. Archbold News, February 2011.
Memberships
CBA, South East Circuit, INQUEST, The Fraud Lawyers Association.
Education
Bedford School; London University (1982 LLB (Hons)).
Lawyer Rankings
London Bar > Crime
(Leading Silks)Ranked: Tier 2David Bentley KC – Doughty Street Chambers ‘David is an erudite barrister with an impressive command of the law, able to distill a lot of complex information quickly and easily. In court, he is a compelling and persuasive advocate whom juries warm to.’