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| No charges for celebrity lawyer | |
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| Celebrity lawyer Nick Freeman has been told he will not face a charge of conspiracy to pervert the course of justice. | |
| Mr Freeman, of Mere, Cheshire, was arrested last October as part of an investigation by Gwent Police. | |
| Dubbed Mr Loophole because of his success in motoring cases, Mr Freeman said he planned to resume his career. | |
| In the past he has represented Sir Alex Ferguson, David Beckham and model Caprice through his Manchester firm. | |
| 'Emotionally draining' | |
| Speaking on Thursday, Mr Freeman said he had always said he was innocent of wrongdoing and "that statement of fact was fully vindicated". | |
| "For the avoidance of doubt, the case which was being investigated concerned a client I had never met, never spoken to, and did not defend in court," he said. | |
| "The last seven months have been physically, mentally and emotionally draining. | |
| "Throughout this time, I have had to cope with a severe and unnecessary strain upon my life. | |
| "Now I fully intend to resume my career and very much look forward to doing so." added Mr Freeman. |