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Douglas S. Oles, Esq.

Arbitrator Mediator Neutral Evaluator
Seattle, WA, United States

About

With over four decades of legal practice, Douglas S. Oles has developed a specialized focus on complex construction and commercial disputes. He has served as a neutral in numerous high-stakes cases involving infrastructure, energy, and commercial development. His background includes extensive experience in both domestic and international arbitration, often dealing with multi-party disputes and intricate technical issues.

Practice Areas

Business & Commercial Construction Government & Administrative Insurance International & Cross-Border Real Estate & Property

Professional Experience

Neutral
JAMS
Partner
Oles Morrison Rinker & Baker LLP
Chair
American Bar Association Forum on Construction Law
President
American College of Construction Lawyers

Publications Leadership

  • Co-author, 'Construction Law', American Bar Association
  • Frequent speaker at the International Bar Association (IBA) conferences
  • Author of various articles on procurement and dispute resolution in the Construction Lawyer
  • Leadership roles within the ABA Section of Public Contract Law

Positioning Takeaways

A top-tier choice for complex infrastructure and international construction disputes given his leadership history in premier construction law organizations.

License & Certifications

  • Washington State Bar Admission
  • Fellow
  • American College of Construction Lawyers
  • Fellow
  • Canadian College of Construction Lawyers

Education

J.D.
University of Washington School of Law
1982
B.A.
Stanford University
1978

Distinction

One of the few practitioners to serve as President of the American College of Construction Lawyers and Chair of the ABA Forum on Construction Law.

Reputation

He is highly regarded by peers and clients for his deep technical knowledge of construction law and his ability to manage complex, multi-jurisdictional disputes with a fair and analytical approach.