Atty. Nicholas Bentley

Atty. Nicholas Bentley

Nicholas has a broad commercial and public law practice. He is regularly briefed in class actions, with his expertise also extending to a range of private law claims, including disputes concerning commercial contracts, unjust enrichment, professional and medical negligence and intentional torts.

Sydney Sydney 8 yrs experience 8 year
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About Nicholas Bentley at a glance

Nicholas Bentley is a business, class action, and insurance attorney, practicing at New Chambers. They have 8+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2018. Admitted to practice in Australia, NSW Bar Association (2018). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Class Action Litigation (2027), Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Law (2027), and Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2027). Serands clients in Sydney and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Nicholas has a broad commercial and public law practice
  • He is regularly briefed in class actions, with his expertise also extending to a range of private law claims, including disputes concerning commercial contracts, unjust enrichment, professional and medical negligence and intentional torts
  • As a solicitor, Nicholas worked at Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP in International Arbitration and at King & Wood Mallesons and HWL Ebsworth in commercial litigation
  • In 2014 Nicholas was Tipstaff to the Honourable Justice David Davies in the Supreme Court of New South Wales
  • Nicholas studied law and business at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) and also holds a MSc in Law and Finance (MLF) from the University of Oxford
  • While at Oxford, Nicholas was Editor of the Oxford University Commonwealth Law Journal and a Mini-pupil at Blackstone Chambers, Fountain Court Chambers, One Essex Court and 3 Verulam Buildings in London
  • Nicholas is the Editor of the Wolters Kluwer Australian Company Law Commentary
  • He has also taught corporate law and evidence at UTS, evidence at UNSW and is an adjunct lecturer at the University of Notre Dame Law School

Practice Areas Explained

Nicholas Bentley's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Nicholas Bentley handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Class Action

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Insurance Law

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Frequently Asked

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Where is Nicholas Bentley's law office located?
Nicholas Bentley's law practice is located in Sydney. The firm is New Chambers. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Nicholas Bentley handle?
Nicholas Bentley focuses on business, class action, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in their licensed jurisdictions.
How long has Nicholas Bentley practiced law?
Nicholas Bentley has 8+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2018.
How can I contact Nicholas Bentley for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Nicholas Bentley received?
Nicholas Bentley's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Class Action Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Law; Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law.

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Class Action Litigation
- 2027
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Law
- 2027
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law
- 2027

Bar Admissions

Australia, NSW Bar Association
Admitted: 2018

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