Shipping: Litigation
Global Guide 2024 : Global Market Leaders
Band 1
Contact number
+44 20 7264 8000Chambers Review
HFW has a prestigious shipping practice noted for its extensive global reach, with leading teams in the UK, mainland Europe, Asia, Latin America, Australia and the Middle East. The law firm offers:
* Experience acting for a range of clients including owners, charterers, underwriters and P&I clubs, as well as financial institutions.
* Considerable expertise in handling shipping disputes work, across both litigation and arbitration.
* Familiarity advising on high-value ship finance transactions and related non-contentious matters.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"HFW is a leading firm in shipping. The team is outstanding in finance and classical shipping law."
"HFW has huge strength and depth."
"HFW is a top-notch law firm."
"HFW is a leading firm in shipping. The team is outstanding in finance and classical shipping law."
"HFW has huge strength and depth."
"HFW is a top-notch law firm."
Notable Practitioners
George Lamplough is a Hong Kong-based lawyer who is highly regarded for his extensive expertise in advising clients on complex shipping litigation matters. He is noted for his adroit handling of cross-border cases.
Rory Butler is a London-based lawyer specialising in shipping and trade litigation. He is well regarded for his capabilities in advising multi-jurisdictional clients on a wide array of complex disputes covering charter party, shipbuilding, cargo, collision and casualty matters.
"Rory Butler is a very good lawyer. He is sharp and provides practical solutions for clients."
"Rory Butler excellent. He is always responsive and knowledgeable."
"Rory Butler's skills are excellent."
John Forrester is based in Singapore and is well regarded for his capabilities in cross-border shipping and offshore finance. He typically acts for banks, export credit agencies, operators and investors on a range of finance matters.