LAWYER PROFILE

Douglas Wass

UK 2026

Macfarlanes LLP

Ranked in 1 practice area

Construction: Contentious

London (Firms)

6 years ranked

About

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Practice Areas

Litigation and Dispute Resolution

Career

Doug acts on a wide range of substantial international and domestic arbitration, litigation and adjudication matters. He has particular expertise in complex construction, engineering, projects/PFI and real estate claims and related professional negligence issues, although his practice also encompasses more general commercial disputes.

Doug is the co-head of the litigation and dispute resolution group.

Doug has advised a wide range of clients, including large developers, project companies, professional consultants, contractors and sub-contractors. His experience includes office, residential, hotel, industrial, hospital, university, school, power plant, airport and roads projects. Doug’s arbitration work has included major international ICC and LCIA arbitrations. Doug also regularly advises clients in relation to mediation and other forms of alternative dispute resolution.

Doug has an MSc in Construction Law and Arbitration from King’s College, London and is a member of the Society of Construction Law and the Adjudication Society. Doug is also a Solicitor-Advocate.

Doug is co-author for the chapter on UK construction law for the International Comparative Legal Guide to Construction & Engineering.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Construction: Contentious - London (Firms)

Band 3

Individual Editorial

Douglas Wass has extensive experience advising developers in domestic construction, with a focus on cases arising from PFI projects. He is particularly skilled in handling disputes relating to hospital and university development schemes, as well as residential and commercial properties.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Douglas Wass is an experienced and wise practitioner. He is a great litigator to have on your team.
Construction: ContentiousChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
Douglas Wass is a very strong technical lawyer who delivers high-quality service and maintains strong client relationships.
Construction: ContentiousChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
Douglas is a great choice for any business-critical or complex construction dispute.
Construction: ContentiousChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
He is an exceptional lawyer who provides a calm and reassuring manner while being a top litigator.
Construction: ContentiousChambers Guide to the Legal Profession