Criminal barrister Nick Peacock joins Exchange Chambers

May 18, 2026

Exchange Chambers has further strengthened its criminal team with Nick Peacock joining as a new member in Leeds.

Nick is a highly experienced and approachable advocate who has specialised in criminal law for nearly three decades. He has a broad prosecution and defence practice and has been led in around 15 murder trials. He has also led junior counsel in cases involving manslaughter, conspiracy to supply Class A drugs and robbery.

Nick is well versed in police station procedure, giving him a strong understanding of the day-to-day challenges faced by solicitor colleagues. He has acted as counsel in hundreds of jury trials involving serious sexual offences, drug importation, serious violence, conspiracies to defraud and offences across the criminal spectrum.

As a result, he has extensive experience of cases involving disclosure issues, section 8 applications, applications to dismiss and abuse of process arguments.

Nick is currently a Grade 3/RASSO prosecutor. His present caseload includes rape, death by dangerous driving and manslaughter cases.

Commenting on his decision to join Exchange Chambers, Nick Peacock said:

“Exchange is widely recognised as one of the country’s leading criminal sets. The strength and reputation of the criminal team was a major attraction for me, and I am looking forward to working alongside such highly respected barristers.”

Jonathan I’Anson, Chief Executive at Exchange Chambers said:

“Nick is a hugely respected and experienced barrister whose practice and reputation make him an excellent fit for Exchange Chambers.

“His arrival reflects the continued strength and depth of our criminal team in Leeds and across the North.”