David Beckham hired billionaire lawyer Nick Freeman, known as “Mr. Loophole,” to navigate various driving violations among his high-profile clients. Freeman successfully defended comedian Jimmy Carr in 2009 for using a mobile phone while driving, arguing he was writing joke ideas, not calling. Colin Montgomery avoided a ban despite speeding at 115 mph, as Freeman argued his driving was essential for family visits. Ronnie O’Sullivan’s case was dismissed due to court bias, while Beckham’s 1999 speeding ban was overturned by claiming paparazzi anxiety. Freeman also defended others including Andrew Flintoff, Jeremy Clarkson, and Ian Brown, showcasing his unique defense strategies for celebrity clients.
David Beckham is another celebrity who has hired Nick Freeman.
Nick Freeman is a billionaire lawyer known as Mr. Loophole thanks to his uncanny ability to get celebrities away from driving violations using the most extraordinary explanations and expertise.
Here, MailOnline highlights some of his most high-profile clients and cases.
jimmy carr
In 2009, the comedian, who is representing Freeman on three driving charges, was accused of using a mobile phone while driving a Bentley in Harrow, north-west London. Carr was acquitted because Freeman claimed that Carr did not make the call. He actually used his iPhone to write down his joke ideas, but it’s not illegal to write on a phone.
colin montgomery
The heavyweight golfer, a third of Freeman’s clients, escaped a 56-day ban in June 2010 by driving his £115,000 Bentley Continental Flying Spur on the A3 in south-west London. Fined £60 for driving at £115,000 per hour in a 40mph zone. , and then fails to pay the penalty on time. Freeman persuaded the court to let Monty continue driving as a golfer. Because he is afraid of flying, he has to drive from his home in Scotland to Surrey just to see his and ex-wife Eimear’s three children.
Ronnie O’Sullivan
In 2007, Freeman successfully defended snooker star O’Sullivan, who was accused of failing to provide a urine sample to police on suspicion of drink-driving. Mr Freeman argued that the trial should be stopped because the judge was winking at journalists, but the judge replied: “Do you think I’m gay or something?” The lawyer also argued that Mr O’Sullivan was unable to provide a sample because he was too stressed out to urinate due to his well-known depression.
david beckham
In 1999, Becks was caught driving a £150,000 Ferrari at 110mph in an 80mph zone in Wilmslow, Cheshire, and was given an eight-month ban. Mr Freeman successfully appealed the verdict, claiming Mr Bex was “terrified” after being followed 10 miles by paparazzi from his home in Alderley Edge.
Andrew Flintoff is pictured appearing in court after being found not guilty of speeding.
sir alex ferguson
In 1999, Beckham’s then-manager was also supposed to be grateful for Freeman’s efforts when he was caught driving on a narrow shoulder to avoid freeway traffic. Freeman claims he had good reason to do so as Fergie had a stomach ache, was worried he was going to run out and was desperately trying to go to the toilet at Manchester United’s training ground. succeeded.
jeremy clarkson
In October 2006, an Alfa Romeo loaned to the Top Gear presenter was snapped driving in an 82mph zone in Ruislip, west London. Freeman dropped the case within minutes. Freeman claimed that the Alfa Romeo that was ticketed gave the ticket to Clarkson because the car was on loan. But all Alfa knew was that Clarkson had rented the car; there was no evidence that he was driving it.
andrew flintoff
The England cricketer is accused of driving at 137mph in a 50mph zone on the M62 at one point. But the case against him at Liverpool Magistrates’ Court collapsed within a minute. Mr Freeman said authorities were simply too slow to respond, with Mr Flintoff receiving a notice of indictment 16 days after the alleged crime, which by law must be served within 14 days.
Joe Cole
In 2010, English footballer Joe Cole avoided an automatic six-month ban despite being caught driving 165mph on the A3 in Surrey. The fine against Freeman was reduced to a £750 fine and a 50-day suspension, but his wife, Carly Zucker, argued that Cole should be able to drive because he has been traumatized by driving, and Freeman agreed to the verdict. The sentence was immediately suspended when he announced his intention to appeal. I was recently carjacked and can no longer drive myself, and yes, I’m too famous to take public transportation.
Photo of Caprice Boulet leaving court with Nick Freeman in 2006
Ian Brown
In October 2011, the Stone Roses singer was photographed driving a luxury Lexus M6 at speeds of 165 miles per hour. He was fined £650 and given six demerit points, but said Brown needed a car as it was the only way to get to the secret location where the Stone Roses were rehearsing for a series of comeback concerts. Thanks to Freeman’s explanation, he was spared a suspension. .
And the other one ran away…
Caprice Boulet
In August 2006, former supermodel Caprice was sentenced to a 12-month suspension for drink-driving, despite Freeman’s attempts to convince the court that she had not actually been drinking. . He claimed Caprice was taking medication for a urinary tract infection, which caused her to have “alcoholic bad breath” and gave the false impression that she had been drinking.
