Recognition
Awards and Recognition
In January 1999, Doug was made a member of the Order of Australia in recognition of his thirty years’ contribution to construction law and dispute resolution.
Reviews of Doug Jones’ Commercial Arbitration in Australia
“Commercial Arbitration in Australia will undoubtedly become the go-to source for guidance on Australian arbitration law… It will also serve as a touchstone for reformers considering the UNCITRAL Model Law as a template for domestic arbitration law and, for the rest of use, an increasingly important frame of reference for comparisons of many points of law and practice.”
– Thomas J Stipanowich, review published in The International Construction Law Review 2011 (Part 4), p. 494.
“For the student, the lawyer, the barrister, the arbitrator and the judge it is an essential text for anyone working in the commercial jurisdictions.”
– Remarks of the Honourable Marilyn Warren AC Chief Justice of Victoria on the occasion of the launch of Commercial Arbitration in Australia by Adjunct Professor Doug Jones AM RFD at Clayton Utz, Melbourne. (Read more).
“The book is a tour de force. We predict that it will remain the leading textbook in Australia for a long time. It will be of significant assistance to both counsel and arbitrators in all Australian jurisdictions.”
– Gabriël Moens and Philip Evans, review published in The ACICA News (September 2011), p. 24.
“I certainly do not know my way around the new Uniform Laws, which I have not yet had course to apply. When I do, I will turn to Jones for confirmation as to whether habits and practice from a superceded legislative scheme are required to be modified or improved. In summary, no shortcomings as the Every[persons’] Guide to Arbitration in Australia.”
– Gavan Griffith, review published in the ADR Reporter (July 2011), p. 14.
“Professor Doug Jones’ Commercial Arbitration in Australia will prove to be a major source to which the arbitral profession, the legal profession and law students will turn as the prime source of Australian domestic commercial arbitration law and commentary when dealing with arbitral problems and practice.”
– James N. Creer, review published in the Law Society Journal (October 2011), p. 92.
“Commercial Arbitration in Australia is an essential and timely guide which will greatly assist legal practitioners to understand the impact of the Standing Committee of Attorneys-General’s decision in 2010 to develop uniform arbitration legislation in each jurisdiction.”
– Remarks of the Hon. Robert McClelland MP Federal Attorney-General, on the occasion of the launch of Commercial Arbitration in Australia at Clayton Utz, Sydney. (Read more).
Doug Jones’ Awards and Recognition
Doyle’s Guide to the Australian Legal Profession 2011 - “Identified as a Preeminent Lawyer, Jones was omnipresent in our research and without the use of editorial discretion, a delineation of our leading lawyer listings would have placed Jones, described as “operating in a different stratosphere” and a “once in hundred year lawyer”, in a category all of his own”.
Chambers Asia Pacific 2011 - Doug Jones was identified as one of only 5 “Star” individuals in Australia.
The International Who’s Who of Commercial Arbitration 2011 - Doug Jones has been named as one of the Leaders Worldwide and is one of only three highly recommended individuals in Australia. It notes “Doug Jones at Clayton Utz is held in the highest esteem.”
IFLR1000 21st/2011 Edition - The Guide to the World’s Leading Financial Law Firms - Doug Jones was nominated as a leading lawyer.
Chambers Global 2011 - Construction - “Doug Jones is praised as ‘an expert construction lawyer.’ He has taken the lead in numerous significant projects, including a highly publicised matter involving Airport Link and Northern Link in Queensland, as well as the Westpoint shopping centre redevelopment litigation in New South Wales”
Best Lawyers, Australia 2011 - Doug Jones was identified as the Transportation Lawyer of the Year for the State of New South Wales, Australia.
Global Arbitration Review, 2010 - “Clayton Utz became the second Australian firm to join the GAR 100 a year ago. Viewed in the round, it owes its name and work in the field to partner Doug Jones. Jones is the life of Australia’s arbitration community and abroad. He is the president of the Australian Centre for International Commercial Arbitration (ACICA); and president-elect of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (beginning in 2011). He recently received an award from the construction industry for 30 years of service”.
Chambers Global, International Arbitration 2010 - As head of the practice group, Doug Jones balances his role as an arbitrator with overseeing the department, and continues to be described as “a leading light for Asia-Pacific arbitration work”.
Chambers Global, Best Lawyers, Australia 2010 - Doug Jones has been selected by peers for inclusion in the third edition of the Best Lawyers list for Australia in the specialities of Alternative Dispute Resolution, Construction/Infrastructure and Transportation.
Who’s Who Legal 2010 - The International Who’s Who of Business Lawyers - Arbitration - Leaders Worldwide - Douglas Jones at Clayton Utz was repeatedly recommended.
PLC Which Lawyer? 2009/2010 - Doug Jones was ranked (sole) Leading lawyer in Australia. “Widely regarded as the leading expert in construction law in Australia. Head of the construction and major projects groups, he has advised extensively on project structuring and financing, contract drafting and advice during project implementation and dispute resolution in Australia and overseas.”
Chambers Global 2009 - Construction - Doug Jones is”the market-leading practitioner for construction work” and “a superb lawyer who has built one of Australia’s premier construction practices.”
Chambers Asia 2009 - International Arbitration - As head of the practice group, Jones balances his role as an arbitrator with overseeing the department, and continues to be described as “a leading light for Asia-Pacific arbitration work.”
Chambers Global, Chambers Asia 2009 - International Arbitration - “As head of the practice group, Jones balances his role as an arbitrator with overseeing the department, and continues to be described as ‘a leading light for Asia-Pacific arbitration work.’”
Chambers Asia 2008 - Doug Jones is acknowledged as a leading arbitrator.
Transportation and Construction in Best Lawyers / AFR inaugural 2008 publication - “Doug Jones is profiled as a ‘best lawyer’ by his Australian peers in the areas of Arbitration and Mediation.”
APL 500, Construction, 2008 - “Doug Jones’ team regularly handles the construction aspects of major projects and recently followed on from its work on the North-South Bypass Tunnel with an appointment by the Queensland Government to advise on the Airport Link PPP and public-funded Northern Busway project. Jones is a ‘leading figure in both the projects and construction field.’”
The International Who’s Who of Construction Lawyers 2008 - Doug Jones is named as one of the Most Highly Regarded Individuals - Global, the only Australian lawyer to be nominated in the prestigious list of the top nine construction lawyers in the world
PLC Which Lawyer? 2008 - Doug Jones is identified as the sole “Leading” Individual Lawyer in Construction - Australia; “Widely regarded as the leading expert in construction law in Australia. He has extensive expertise on project structuring and financing, contract drafting and cross-border arbitration.”
IFRL1000 (2008) - Doug Jones is ranked as a Leading Lawyer in the area of Project Finance.
Australasian Legal Business General - Doug Jones is identified as one of Australia’s top 30 pre-eminent lawyers: “Described as “the guy that would have to be on everyone’s list.”
Chambers Global 2008 Projects - “Doug Jones remains ‘incredibly impressive’ in projects, brings a ‘wealth of knowledge and experience to the table’ and is a ‘classic example of a lawyer who is strong across the board,’ said peers. He has recently taken on an advisory role assisting the Victorian government on the East-West Link Needs Assessment Project.”
Chambers Global 2008 - Construction - Ranked: Star Performer. Doug Jones earns glowing client feedback: “You can’t underestimate him - he has a truly remarkable ability to find an ideal solution to any situation.” Providing “valuable and customer-focused advice,” he has worked on major PPP projects including the RailCorp and North South Bypass Tunnel projects. He heads the major projects group at the firm.”
Chambers Global 2007 - acknowledged Doug as a Leading Arbitrator in Australia and listed him among the Leading Individuals in International Arbitration.
Who’s Who Legal 2007 - identified Doug as an arbitration specialist and ranked him as one of four internationally recognised International Arbitration lawyers practising in Australia.
The International Who’s Who of Construction Lawyers 2007 - Doug Jones is ranked as one of only 11 “Most Highly Regarded individuals - Global”. In the Construction - Australia category, it stated that “Douglas Jones is Australia’s most highly nominiated individual, obtaining sufficient nominations to place him in the list of our most highly regarded practitioners. Jones is a ‘prominent figure in the Australian construction bar’ and an ‘outstanding lawyer’ who heads the major projects, international arbitration and construction practices for the firm.
PLC Which Lawyer? 2007 - ranked Doug as the (sole) Leading Individual - Construction - Australia: “Widely regarded as the leading expert in construction law in Australia.”
Chambers Global 2007 - Projects - noted that “Construction specialist Doug Jones is commended for ‘his excellent client skills, his genuine intellect and his vast industry knowledge’.”
Asialaw Leading Lawyers 2007 - In addition to being recognised as an expert Australian arbitration lawyer in the Guide to the World’s Leading Experts in Commercial Arbitration, Doug has been ranked as one of the most highly recommended legal experts in Dispute Resolution in the Asia Pacific region.
Chambers Global 2007 - Arbitration - Doug is acknowledged as a leading arbitrator.
PLC Cross Border Dispute Resolution Handbook 2007 (Arbitration) - “Doug is ranked among the top arbitration specialists in the world.”
Who’s Who Legal 2006 - Construction - “…arbitration expert, Doug Jones of Clayton Utz … tops the research in the Asia Pacific region. He is recognised as ‘the king of Australian construction law’ and ‘absolutely outstanding’ by respondents.”
Chambers Global 2006 - Arbitration - “Head of practice Doug Jones is one of the highest-profile arbitrators in Australia.”
Asia Pacific Legal 500 directory of 2006/2007 - Ranked as a Leading Individual - Construction - Australia, ‘litigator Doug Jones is revered by clients and peers alike’.
Asia Pacific Legal 500: Projects and Energy 2005/2006 - “Doug Jones has a first-class reputation for PPP projects.”
