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Tunde Okewale

Work Department

Position

Tunde Okewale MBE is a leading junior Barrister at the Criminal Bar. An outstanding advocate, he has exceptional presence and skill in front of a jury.

Tunde established his practice in general and serious crime. A string of serious and  high profile cases have earned him a reputation as meticulous, diligent and . Tunde regularly undertakes appellate work in the Court of Appeal and the Administrative Court.   In a case, the first of its kind, Tunde set a precedent by working with a University Pro Bono Society who referred the case of Dwaine George to the Court of Appeal. Tunde successfully overturned his wrongful conviction.

Tunde is heavily sought after in areas of business and financial crime. He has advised a number of high profile individuals as well as companies in relation to money laundering and anti corruption regulations.

His practice varies and sees him undertaking work in an array of fields. From advising crypto currency company, Stratis Platform, and the creation of alternative hedge funds, to appearing before sporting and professional regulatory tribunals.

Tunde is an FA registered intermediary who is building a reputation on advising and representing footballers, boxers and Olympic athletes. His most recent clients include Christopher George, four-time defending national Judo champion of Trinidad and Tobago and Ekow Essuman former Team GB welterweight  and undefeated professional boxer. He advises athletes and clubs in relation to brand management, contractual matters, confidentiality and reputation management.

His flourishing practice and talents have been recognized by his professional peers when he was awarded the Young Barrister of the Year award and was a finalist for the “Young Legal Aid Barrister of the Year” award.

Tunde also writes and speaks regularly on his areas of legal specialty and is happy to take cases on a direct access basis.

Career

Called 2007; Inner Temple.

Memberships

Reprieve

Society of Black Lawyers

Young Legal Aid Lawyers

Young professionals in Human Rights Law

Trustee for the From Boyhood to Manhood Foundation Charity

Education

London Metropolitan (LLB); BPP Law School (BVC).