Simmons & Simmons

Douglas specialises in complex, high-value disputes, including litigation, regulatory investigations, and internal investigations. He acts for clients across a range of sectors with a particular focus on crypto, FinTech and banking. He also contributes to Crypto View.

Douglas is experienced in handling litigation with parallel regulatory proceedings and enforcement actions by multiple regulators. Recent work includes acting for the defendant to a £1.5bn civil fraud claim in PCP Capital Partners LLP v Barclays Bank plc, for a crypto exchange provider appearing before the FCA’s RDC and for a firm subject to a regulatory investigation into FinTech. Douglas also provides advice to clients on anti-bribery and anti-money laundering compliance.

Douglas has completed secondments in litigation and investigations roles for two leading global financial institutions, spending over a year in-house.