Shipping: Litigation

Clyde & Co has a substantial global practice with renowned capabilities in contentious and transactional shipping matters. Noted for its particularly strong teams in France, Australia and the UAE, with further capabilities across Europe, the Americas and Asia. The law firm offers:

* Experience representing a broad client base including ship owners, government entities, P&I clubs and offshore energy groups, as well as banks and marine insurers.

* Considerable strength in a range of areas, advising clients on both wet and dry shipping issues. Regularly mandated by P&I clubs on high-profile collision claims.

"Clyde & Co is excellent at handling sophisticated matters. The firm also provides solutions to problems that are creative and well thought out with both the client's legal and commercial interests in mind."

"Clyde & Co isproperly set up with skilled lawyers giving prompt responses."

"Clyde & Co lawyers are very resourceful and very talented. They think outside the box and offer an excellent service."

John Woods is based in New York and is well versed in maritime and insurance shipping litigation matters. He is particularly capable in liability, pollution, environmental, cargo and hull claims and also has experience in ship contracts and third-party liability. "John Woods is a well-known, impressive guy. He knows the ins and outs of the practice."

Ernest van Buuren is an Australian-based lawyer with particular experience in international trade and shipping litigation, as well as offshore oil and gas matters and overseas arbitration. Clients typically include ship owners, insurers and government agencies. "Ernest van Buuren is a leading figure in Australia and New Zealand."

Ik Wei Chong is based in Shanghai and Singapore, heading the law firm's shipping, insurance and dispute resolution practice in China. He is well versed in a range of contentious matters.