2 years dealing with my court case Oliver Dean was always an email away , a message away or a phone call away , I get instant replies whenever I enquire about something , I was never in the dark , and made a stressful time of my life less stressful . At the end we had a good outcome and couldn’t thank him enough .
Oliver Dean
Oliver joined MK Law in 2021 after working as a criminal solicitor in London for a significant period of time. Over that time, he has represented clients across the full spectrum of criminal offences from murder and large-scale drug conspiracies to serious sexual offences and white-collar crime.
Oliver Dean – biography
Oliver is a well-established presence in both the Magistrates’ Court and Youth Court, where he represents clients across a broad range of criminal matters. He also undertakes substantial Crown Court casework and is experienced in managing cases from their earliest stages, including advising and representing clients during police station investigations through to the conclusion of proceedings.
Based at the firm’s Bromley office, Oliver regularly conducts some of the most serious and complex cases handled by the practice. His work includes matters involving allegations of murder, grievous bodily harm under section 18, firearms offences, drug importation, serious sexual offences, and terrorism-related offences. He is recognised for his thorough preparation, calm approach to high-pressure cases, and his commitment to securing the best possible outcome for his clients.
Oliver has also developed a particular specialism in advising and representing clients facing Football Banning Orders arising from offences connected to disorder at football matches. His detailed knowledge of the legal framework governing such orders enables him to provide effective representation for supporters facing restrictions that may significantly impact their personal and professional lives.
Clients frequently commend Oliver for his approachable and client-focused manner, as well as his strong work ethic and dedication to their cases. Since joining MK Law, his reputation within the firm and among clients has continued to grow.
In recognition of his commitment to client care, his reliability as a key member of the team, and his contribution to the firm’s success, Oliver was appointed a Director in 2023. In this role, he has taken on additional management responsibilities, including overseeing the day-to-day operation and development of the Bromley office.
Oliver Dean
Director / Solicitor Advocate
oliver.dean@mk-law.co.uk
07971 962 751
Solicitor since: Nov 2005
With MK Law since: Apr 2021
Just some of Oliver’s reviews
Went above and beyond
I can’t express enough how grateful I am for the exceptional support I received from MK Law Solicitors, especially Oliver during my court case. The team at this firm went above and beyond in helping me with a challenging situation involving an offence from years ago, one that could have led to a prison sentence. From the very first consultation, I felt supported and understood.
They worked tirelessly to present my case in the most compelling way, focusing on how much I have changed as a person and the progress I’ve made in my life since the incident. The way they helped me demonstrate my positive growth and transformation was nothing short of incredible.
Thanks to their dedication, expertise, and personal commitment to my case, I was able to avoid imprisonment and instead focus on continuing my path forward. Their professionalism, compassion, and strategic approach gave me a second chance, and I’m forever thankful for that.
If you’re looking for a firm that truly cares about their clients and works relentlessly to secure the best possible outcome, I highly recommend MK Law Solicitors!
Jamie
Thank you
Oliver and Francesca done a wonderful job ! Very professional and good people thanks again , Jamie
Ashley
Great team
Great Service Oliver and Alex really got me out of serious problems. I owe them from start till the end they were there for the all the way. Many thanks Guys. MK Law Solicitors 100% I recommend
Zillah
The best
Nothing else comes to my mind, but a 1000x THANK YOU! I run into MK Law Solicitors while standing in a traffic. I saw their car and immediately reached for my phone to take a picture, knowing that I am researching solicotrs for my partner, who got a way too harsh sentence for his offence. MK-Law are helpful, kind and professional. Me and my partner felt respected and under great care. Oliver Dean was very kind, informative and kept us in a positive, but realistic mood. Francessca Hallett is a go getter! She was so fierce, but comforting at the same time! My partner told me he actually got scared of her at first impression xD, but was very impressed with her when he saw her in action (me too tbh). The whole case was received by Lauryn Lindo-Hutchinson who very quickly got things going for us. I am now united with my partner and our 5 year old son is so happy his daddy is back home. We were let down by the Tuckers Solicitors (Legal Aid), the whole experience was unfortunately very disappointing. What MK-Law did for us is what the previous solicitor should have done from the very beginning! One more time, THANK YOU Lauryn, Oliver and Francessca. You guys are great and we wish you all the best!
Shirley
Great team
I’ve recently had a common Assault charge which I had to attend court ,I’ve never been in trouble with the police before so was very scared and unprepared for the outcome, The guys at MK Law were amazing especially Oliver Dean who was with me from day one from my arrest to attending court ,He is completely professional and down the earth and easy to talk too as well as all his colleagues @MKLaw .I would highly recommend MK Law Solicitors to anyone who is in need of a good Law firm MK Law has many years of experience and a great team of solicitors
Adrian
Highly recommended
10/10 and highly recommend. From the very start I was represented by DPP Law for my first offense at the magistrate court who gave me so much rushed information that I didn’t understand anything in a space of 15mins before being Infront of the judge. (They advised me wrong which made everything complicated) Moving forward DPP Law decided to drop me because I made too much money and don’t qualify for ‘Legal Aid’ After looking around and being exhausted of hearing people telling me they won’t be able to take my case because of XYZ, MK law was the only firm that said they will be able to take my case and they knew exactly what Outcome that I will be having and who sounded promising. I would like to thank ‘Ieva Rasimaite’ for breaking down everything about Law that I had no knowledge about and sending me draft letters to keep of everything that was said after every telephone call and keeping me in the loop of everything that was going on with my case and I wish her the very best. I would like to thank Oliver Dean for taking over ‘Ieva Rasimaite’ during her leave and reassuring me and having conference calls with my barrister before my hearing over a short period of time and remaining professional even when he was off duty leading to my sentencing (which had a good outcome)
Some of Oliver’s notable cases
Our client has been found not guilty of manslaughter by a jury at Inner London Crown Court following a high-profile one-punch death case. The incident arose after both parties left a bar near London Bridge, where an altercation led to a single punch being thrown. The court heard that our client acted in self-defence and had no intention of causing serious harm. Following three and a half hours of deliberations, the jury returned a not guilty verdict. Oliver said: “This is an incredibly tragic case and there are no winners. The jury reached the right verdict on the evidence.”
Oliver represented a client charged in connection with a £6 million wine investment fraud involving 41 identified victims, with approximately £37 million passing through the company’s accounts. The investigation involved several agencies, including the police, Hertfordshire County Council’s Trading Standards team, and the National Trading Standards Tri-Regional Investigations Team. Investors were encouraged to purchase fine Bordeaux wines, including Château Mouton Rothschild.
A case involving a large-scale drug conspiracy linked to a county lines network responsible for transporting and distributing illegal drugs across multiple areas. The prosecution alleges that vulnerable individuals were exploited as part of the operation, raising issues connected to human trafficking and modern slavery. The investigation relied in part on undercover police work, surveillance, and communication evidence. Due to the seriousness and complexity of the allegations, the matter is being heard before the Crown Court.
Oliver secured an acquittal for our client following a 23-day trial at Maidstone Crown Court on a serious allegation of robbery. The case formed part of a complex multi-handed prosecution involving five defendants, requiring detailed analysis of extensive telephone and cell site evidence, as well as challenges surrounding identification and the use of aliases.
Acted for a client in a complex prosecution concerning a large-scale UK and international drug trafficking conspiracy operated through a dark web marketplace facilitating the supply of controlled drugs across all classes. The case involved three defendants and a 34-count indictment, with the prosecution relying on extensive surveillance and telephone evidence. A central issue at trial was the extent of our client’s knowledge of, and involvement in, the wider conspiracy, requiring detailed analysis of the digital evidence and the evidential threshold for participation in the alleged criminal enterprise.
Oliver is acting for a client charged with criminal damage and going equipped offences arising from the alleged cutting down of ULEZ cameras. The prosecution relies on observations by an off-duty police officer who later provided a negative identification when asked whether our client was one of the suspects, despite the client having been stopped and detained under PACE. An application to stay the proceedings as an abuse of process due to delay was unsuccessful, and the matter now proceeds to trial with challenges to identification evidence, police powers, and procedural fairness, while the client is also under investigation for conspiracy to commit criminal damage linked to the so-called “Blade Runner” movement.
This case involved a series of sophisticated, high-value burglaries across the Home Counties, requiring careful handling of extensive technical and forensic evidence. The investigation encompassed detailed analysis of crime scene material, surveillance footage, and digital data. The scale and complexity of the offences meant that both the defence had to address intricate evidential issues, including linking suspects to the burglaries, interpreting forensic findings, and assessing patterns of criminal activity across multiple locations.
Oliver has dealt with a police investigation concerning the alleged theft of confidential investment trading data and source code, together with an associated blackmail plot targeting a hedge fund. The matter involved complex issues relating to digital evidence, intellectual property, and allegations of attempted financial coercion.