Nicholas Peacock

Nick specialises in clinical negligence work, regulatory and disciplinary work (particularly GDC, MPTS/GMC and GOC) and general healthcare law (particularly inquests). Clients who instruct Nick include patients and their families and healthcare professionals (via their defence organisations or professional indemnity providers) and NHS Trusts (via NHS Resolution).

Nick advised the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons on their jurisdiction and procedures in cases of adverse health. He is particularly experienced in claims involving GPs. He also has an interest in cases involving dental practice and has advised commercial dental organisations as well as undertaking dental disciplinary work and claims. He is recommended in the areas of clinical negligence and professional discipline in both Chambers UK and The Legal 500, being described as “analytic, strategic and a robust advocate. He is extremely hard working and meticulous.” in Legal 500, 2021

Nick was Chair of the Bar Council’s Wellbeing at the Bar Working Group in 2019. He is a longstanding elected member of the PNBA’s executive committee and has organised their annual Clinical Negligence weekend.

Repton School; Trinity Hall, Cambridge (MA).