Immediate Past President, Barrister, Deputy District Judge
Nigel Brook is a seasoned commercial litigator. He has a strategic mind and a proven record of helping his clients to navigate complex and high-stakes litigation. In court Nigel is calm, meticulous, and fiercely analytical.
Before he was called to the bar in 2025, Nigel had a highly regarded career as a solicitor, working first in London and later in Leeds. He maintained a broad practice dealing with all manner of commercial litigation and Business & Property Courts work. Nigel thrives on complexityand has expertise in claims featuring allegations of dishonesty, tax disputes, and professional negligence.
In 2019, Nigel was a founding member of the litigation team at Tyr in Leeds. Whilst at Tyr, Nigel obtained his Higher Rights of Audience and became a solicitor advocate. The experience of launching a new law firm has given Nigel a unique insight into the challenges and rewards of embarking on a new venture. He retains a healthy commercial pragmatism, and enjoys working as part of a team.
Nigel is committed to supporting the broader legal community. He served as President of Leeds Law Society in 2024/25.
Nigel sits as a Deputy District Judge on the North Eastern Circuit.
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