Doug Robertson

Partner
Doug Robertson

Biography

Doug has considerable experience in all aspects of insolvency with a particular specialism in property insolvency.

He acts for banks, insolvency practitioners and businesses in relation to any situation requiring insolvency or restructuring advice.

Doug also has a large and successful practice dealing with bulk LPA Receivership instructions and property recovery from a number of high street banks and other lenders.

Recent highlights:

  • Advising Prestbury in respect of the CVA of Travelodge.
  • Acting for the administrator in the disposal of Andrew Jones Pies.
  • Acted for the LPA Receiver in the receivership of a major £30m mixed use commercial and retail centre in a northern city.
  • Manages a team advising on LPA Receiverships for various receivers with a case load exceeding over 100 properties at a time.
  • Advised on a property portfolio based security review for a debt purchase of approximately £20m.

Market view:

"Doug is personable and has sound knowledge." -  – Chambers & Partners, 2025

"Doug Robertson has a strong commercial awareness and is a highly experienced litigator and property lawyer." – Legal 500, 2020

"He always makes himself available to talk through issues, he has a good understanding of the law and he is practical and commercial." – Chambers & Partners, 2018

"He is extremely knowledgeable in the field, his experience is very strong and he knows insolvency pretty much inside and out." – Chambers & Partners 2017

Doug "goes the extra mile" and is noted for his "calm approach" – Legal 500 2016

The "excellent" Doug Robertson is noted for his work with secured lenders – Chambers & Partners 2016

"He's extremely knowledgeable and knows the market and the legalities of it inside-out." – Chambers Partners 2015

"Doug Robertson best understands what is required from a lawyer in an LPA receivership." – Legal 500 2013


Doug's Accreditations & Awards

  • Legal 500 UK Recommended Lawyer 2022
  • Legal 500 2020 recommended lawyer
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  • Chambers Top Ranked 2025 - Doug Robertson