- About
- For Business
- Alternative Dispute Resolution
- Banking Services and Secured Lending
- Commercial Contracts
- Commercial Dispute Resolution
- Commercial Property
- Construction Disputes
- Corporate Advice and Transactions
- Debt Recovery
- Employment Law
- Intellectual Property and IT
- Professional Negligence
- Professional Practices
- Property Litigation
- For Individuals
- For Public Sector
- Guides
- News
- Contact
Our People
Iwan Doull
Partner and Head of Dispute Resolution
About Iwan
After a career in industry Iwan Doull retrained as a lawyer. He has been a partner in Berry Smith since 2003 and is the head of the firm’s highly regarded Dispute Resolution Team.
He deals with all aspects of Commercial Litigation, but has a particular specialisation in claims for Professional Negligence. Iwan is a member of the specialist Property Litigation Association, The Compulsory Purchase Association and ACTAPS (the organisation for contentious trust and probate lawyers). He is a regular speaker on all property related matters for the RICS across Wales and the Institute of Chartered Accountants.
Iwan has for many years been a top ranked lawyer in several areas of law in the Chambers and Partners Guide to the Legal Profession and is the only lawyer in Wales recognised in the Legal 500 Guide as a Leading Individual in 5 different areas of law. Iwan believes that his non legal background enables him to provide more than merely legal advice, as is recognised again in both the Legal 500 and Chambers.
Iwan sits as a Deputy District Judge in the Civil Courts in Wales and is a fluent Welsh speaker.
Specialist Areas:
- Commercial Litigation
- Property and Construction disputes
- Professional Negligence
- Contentious Probate
Experience:
- Representing a Consortium of Golf Retailers in the Court of Appeal relating to anti-competitive practices by the manufacturer of a major brand of golf products
- Defended Commercial Property Landlord in relation to a claim for proprietary estoppel in the Court of Appeal
- Acted for a development company in a planning dispute in the Court of Appeal in relation to Judicial Review of planning decision for the development of a road side service station and retail park
- Acted for Ultra High Net Worth individual in a contractual dispute in the High Court relating to the purchase of £3.6m of Aston Martin supercars
- Defended a probate claim against an Estate valued at over £30m
- Representing the Welsh Government in First Tier Tribunal CPO claims relating to the major A465 Heads of the Valleys scheme
- Represented Ultra High Net Worth individual in multi-party TCC construction dispute and related claims for professional negligence for development of luxury property in London
- Acted for insurer in multiple related claims for professional negligence against former panel solicitors
Department: Dispute Resolution
Specialist Services
What people say about Iwan
Iwan is the only lawyer in Wales recommended in the Legal 500 Independent Guide to the Legal Profession in five different areas of law, which describes him as a “leader in the field” and an “excellent litigator”.
“Where other solicitors have taken things at face value, Iwan took the time to fully understand the case, thought outside the box, and came up with a plan of attack. He kept us fully informed at all times.
He was not afraid to be honest, and told us when things were not likely to go our way, instead of the usual ‘tell them what they want to hear.”
We only wish Iwan was on our team from the beginning of this case, instead of only meeting him when we had to issue proceedings against our own solicitor!
“Iwan Doull has an established commercial disputes practice and remains a popular choice amongst insurance companies. Clients appreciate that his advice is “always factual and straight to the point,” and characterise him as a “a very bright individual with a very good grasp of complex matters.”
“Iwan Doull is widely known for his work in property-related claims. A market commentator says: “He puts clients at ease and explains things clearly and simply. I would certainly recommend his services.”
“I just wanted to let you know how much I appreciate all the effort you put into the case and thank you for making me feel at ease with the whole process. I am extremely impressed with the knowledge, professionalism and confidence in operating that you displayed it was actually a pleasure to watch you work.”
“Iwan Doull is a litigator anyone would be feel blessed to have in their corner. He has bags of pragmatism and a first-rate legal brain.”
“Iwan provided outstanding support and advice throughout.”
“Iwan Doull has an in-depth knowledge of commercial matters which he is able to communicate with clarity and patience.”
“He’s a brilliant lawyer who cuts through complex issues with apparent ease and communicates clear and accessible advice.”
“When Iwan assesses the prospects of a case, his considerations include aspects that others may dismiss and he is able to make recommendations based on evidence to support those considerations.”