Shipping: International: Litigation

Campbell Johnston Clark has a well-regarded legal team in Singapore that advises on a variety of wet and dry shipping matters including misdelivery and cargo claims. The firm advises both shipowners and P&I clubs on collisions and marine casualties, as well as wreck removal and salvage matters. The shipping team is regularly active on significant cross-border shipping disputes and arbitration.

"The CJC lawyers have been very responsive in replying to emails and queries. They appreciate our commercial needs and know how to try to address them."

"They are excellent, always tuned in and spot-on. They have deep experience, particularly in advising on correct strategy."

Paul Apostolis is a seasoned lawyer in Singapore who has a stellar reputation for his work in wet shipping disputes. He is particularly adept at handling complex marine casualty matters, including vessel groundings, wreck removal and salvage. "Paul handled a large and complex case which required great attention and time commitment." "Paul has a wealth of legal experience in handling complex claims, with a good commercial understanding of what is achievable."

Gareth Williams garners praise for his expertise in dry shipping disputes, regularly advising on bill of lading, cargo misdelivery and contract disputes. He also has further experience in wet disputes, including damage claims arising out of ship collisions and casualties. "Gareth has deep expertise, especially in complex dry disputes." "Gareth Williams is extremely impressive."

William Pyle is an up-and-coming lawyer in the Singapore shipping space. His expertise includes cargo claims, charter party disputes and matters relating to wreck removal. "William is clear in relation to his recommendations and we can trust him to do what is best for the company. He doesn't make recommendations based on what we want to hear but rather what is required." "William has impressed me; he's developing a good reputation and works really hard."