A highly accomplished senior junior, well known for his straightforward, discreet and compassionate approach, as well as his ability to establish trust and rapport with his clients. He is a tough negotiator and strong advocate, particularly in cross examination.
Doug specialises in divorce and breakdown of family relationships, including:
- Divorce and partnership dissolution,
- Financial remedy and child provision.
He is regularly instructed in cases involving substantial assets and complex issues.
In addition to his relationship breakdown/financial practice, Doug regularly acts in private law children disputes, particularly those of an intractable or sensitive nature.
Contributor to Family Law and Practical Law.
Qualified to accept public access instructions.
Some of his notable cases include: Re W (a child) (removal at birth: contact) [2013] All ER (D) 254; H (A Minor) v Northamptonshire County Council [2017] EWHC 282 (Fam).
University of Birmingham (BA Hons) History – First Class.
South Eastern Circuit • Regional Bar
Douglas Allen –Harcourt Chambers 'Douglas is excellent on all counts. He is very knowledgeable and wonderful with the client. He is incredibly helpful and a real team player.'
Midland Circuit • Regional Bar
Douglas Allen – Harcourt Chambers 'Douglas has an innate ability to cut through the noise and deliver excellent advice in any given scenario.'