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Hannaford Turner LLP is a specialist law firm based in the heart of the city of London.
As an enterprising firm with more than 100 years and £2 billion of collective transaction history, the firm boasts one of London’s most experienced superyacht and luxury asset teams, perfectly positioned to assist with a comprehensive range of superyacht and luxury asset related legal matters.
The firm is routinely instructed by high net worth individuals, family offices, trustees, fiduciaries, shipyards, other law firms in need of specialist advice, yacht managers, yacht brokers, yacht designers and other superyacht and private aviation industry participants.
The partners pride themselves on delivering high quality, sophisticated legal advice and enjoy building long lasting relationships with their clients. The firm is Lexcel accredited for its excellence in legal practice management and client care.
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Strengths
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Hannaford Turner's deep understanding of business ensures the right issues are addressed.
Yachts & Superyachts respondentHigh Net WorthOn superyacht contracts and litigation, they are knowledgeable, proactive and always available. They are real deal makers, some of the best I have ever met.
Yachts & Superyachts respondentHigh Net WorthThey bring a practical approach, with in-depth knowledge of the superyacht market. They provide logical solutions where other law firms might string out the situation.
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Notable Practitioners
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Band 2 Adam Ramlugon
Adam Ramlugon has a mixed transactional and disputes practice, and can also advise on regulatory matters.
Adam is recognised as a leading professional in the yachting legal market. His expertise and steady guidance have been crucial in navigating complex legal matters in the yachting industry.
Yachts & Superyachts respondentHigh Net WorthHe combines charm and exceptional negotiation skills with a comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of the relevant law. It is much easier having him on your side than as your opponent.
Yachts & Superyachts respondentHigh Net WorthAdam is incredibly skilled, knowledgeable and commercially unbeatable.
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Band 2 Duncan Bateson
Duncan Bateson is an experienced superyacht lawyer who advises on finance, sale and purchase, charter and construction matters.
He is easy-going, relaxed, and prepared to listen to and appreciate the intricacies of any deal.
Yachts & Superyachts respondentHigh Net WorthWith a keen eye for crafting reliable agreements, Mr Bateson ensures superyacht buyers and sellers are well protected throughout the process.
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Band 2 Mark Needham
Mark Needham advises on transactional matters and also assists clients with disputes. He is engaged by some high-profile shipyards and yacht managers, who rate him highly.
He is a superb transactional lawyer with heaps of experience in large yacht construction projects and sale and purchase transactions.
Yachts & Superyachts respondentHigh Net WorthMark is deal-focused and not into complicating matters. He takes a practical approach and is prepared to state his view when required.
Yachts & Superyachts respondentHigh Net WorthWorking with Mark has been an absolute pleasure. He is always available and efficient with both time and words.
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Band 3 
Band 3 Elinor Dautlich
Elinor Dautlich advises on yacht financing deals, as well as matters concerning the design and construction of vessels. Elinor is so well known in the industry because of her exceptional brain and legal expertise.
Yachts & Superyachts respondentHigh Net WorthElinor has been incredibly helpful and always provides clear, practical advice. Whenever I’ve needed guidance, she’s been quick to respond and has a deep understanding of what’s best for our company.
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Ranked Individuals at Hannaford Turner LLP (4)
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Adam Ramlugon
Head of Yachts & Superyachts
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Yachts & Superyachts
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Head of Yachts & Superyachts
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