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What the Team is Known For

HFW boasts a highly regarded Greek practice which is a key contributor to the firm's superb global reputation for shipping litigation. The law firm advises on collisions and groundings, and handles subsequent salvage procedures or constructive loss claims, with further notable experience in shipbuilding disputes. It attracts roles in cases that require coordination between Piraeus, London and other leading international offices and also represents clients in international arbitrations. The team acts for a broad range of P&I clubs and shipping companies.

Work Highlights

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  • HFW represented Regal Seas Maritime as owner of a capsize in a dispute against its long-term time charterers over the interpretation of the hire clause.

Strengths

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"HFW have a strong ability to handle complex matters based on vast experience and expertise."

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"They have a strong depth and breadth of team."

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"They handle complex, multi-jurisdictional issues."

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Notable Practitioners

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Dimitri Vassos
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Pre-eminent managing partner Dimitri Vassos is a distinguished litigator who handles a broad range of maritime disputes, including those arising from MOA contracts, charter parties, collisions and groundings.

"Dimitri Vassos is a very experienced lawyer who understands the legal issues and tries to work towards solutions."

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Dimitris Exarchou
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Established lawyer Dimitris Exarchou offers a significant practice handling ship sale and purchase agreements, salvages, groundings and shipbuilding disputes.

"Dimitris Exarchou is able to find solutions in crisis management cases and communicates his advice clearly and effectively."

"He provides a high-quality service."

"He has successfully dealt with key cases while always demonstrating consistency and commercial awareness."

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Robin Parry
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Robin Parry plays an active role advising bank lenders and owners on debt restructurings and lease financing agreements.

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Ronan Le Dû
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Ronan Le Dû offers extensive experience handling vessel acquisition finance and loan facilities on behalf of international as well as domestic banks.

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Dimitri Vassos
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Dimitris Exarchou
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Robin Parry
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Ronan Le Dû
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