About

Angus leads the non-contentious side of our Construction and Engineering Group. He specialises in all aspects of construction law, predominantly advising developers and investors on major development projects.

Angus acts for a broad spectrum of clients including developers, funders, owner occupiers, tenants and consultants. He advises on procurement strategies, building contracts, consultant appointments, warranties, third party rights, bonds and guarantees. He also advises on construction aspects of agreements for lease and development and funding agreements.

Angus is a member of the City of London Law Society Construction Committee and has an MSc in construction law and dispute resolution from King's College London. Angus has a particular interest in Building Safety Act issues.

 

Experience

  • Advising a joint venture between Stanhope and Cheyne Capital on the acquisition and development of Row One, a landmark office development on London’s South Bank.
  • Advising Legal & General’s Build to Rent fund on the development of its New Acres site in Wandsworth, comprising 1034 residential units across 18 buildings.
  • Advising on the extension and comprehensive refurbishment of the Ritz Hotel London.
  • Advising Magnavale on the development of a first of its kind automated cold storage facility at Easton.
  • Advising Legal & General and Goldacre on the development of a £750m sustainable, urban hyperscale data centre in the London Borough of Newham.
Angus is fantastic. His approach to drafting and negotiating is clear, measured and concise.

Chambers UK 2026

Angus Dawson is always great to have on a deal, a pleasure to work with.

The UK Legal 500 2026

Angus Dawson gets us where we need to be and always protects our interests while being a thoroughly decent guy to work with. Other parties also appreciate his style, which helps to smooth transactions.

The UK Legal 500 2025

Angus Dawson really cares about the relationship with us and understands how we work. Extremely knowledgeable and a good negotiator.

The UK Legal 500 2025

Angus is a solid performer with wide experience and sound commercial awareness.

Chambers UK 2025

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