HFW, Shipping | Chambers UK Profile

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Shipping - UK-wide

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

HFW has a premier shipping practice with expertise across the full range of wet and dry work. It routinely acts for industry-leading clients on sophisticated, high-value matters. The firm is notable for the depth of its experience in piracy issues. In addition, it is also proficient at advising on offshore contracts. The team has additional expertise in cybersecurity and technological matters pertaining to shipping.

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Work Highlights

HFW acted for the Republic of South Africa in a claim which arose out of the salvage of a cargo of 2,364 bars of silver from the wreck of the SS 'Tilawa'.

Strengths

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In addition to the top lawyers, there are many talented young lawyers, so many complaints are handled individually and reliably.

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Their way of communicating is ideal insofar as their advices are easy to understand while at the same time leaving no questions.

Shipping respondent
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HFW has a balanced strategy of legal proceedings and negotiations, which delivers good end results for a client.

Shipping respondent
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Each member of the team assigned to the case was on top of the relevant law and each one brought an unusual perspective to each consultation.

Shipping respondent
UK

They have exceptional commitment to us as their client, a deep understanding of diverse legal matters, and a highly experienced team of lawyers who are available 24/7.

Shipping respondent
UK

In addition to the top lawyers, there are many talented young lawyers, so many complaints are handled individually and reliably.

Shipping respondent
UK

Their way of communicating is ideal insofar as their advices are easy to understand while at the same time leaving no questions.

Shipping respondent
UK

HFW has a balanced strategy of legal proceedings and negotiations, which delivers good end results for a client.

Shipping respondent
UK

Each member of the team assigned to the case was on top of the relevant law and each one brought an unusual perspective to each consultation.

Shipping respondent
UK

They have exceptional commitment to us as their client, a deep understanding of diverse legal matters, and a highly experienced team of lawyers who are available 24/7.

Shipping respondent
UK

Notable Practitioners

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Andrew Chamberlain

Band 1

Andrew Chamberlain is particularly renowned for his expertise in salvage, collision and wreck removal matters. He frequently acts for salvors, owners and underwriters.

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Rory Butler

Band 1

Rory Butler demonstrates wide-ranging expertise in the shipping market, particularly with regard to disputes pertaining to shipbuilding, salvage and bills of lading. His clientele includes owners, cargo interests and charterers.

One of the most qualified and trustworthy lawyers I have worked with.

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Paul Dean

Band 3

Global head of shipping Paul Dean is a shipping and offshore expert who frequently acts for charterers and P&I clubs. His practice includes collision matters and charter party issues.

Paul is a seasoned shipping litigator who is completely calm and unflappable in a crisis. He manages his team well and comes across as a wise pair of hands.

We are very happy with the standard of service delivered by Paul.

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Richard Neylon

Band 3

Richard Neylon is frequently involved in disputes relating to marine casualties, including collisions. He has additional expertise in matters concerning liability, war risk and kidnapping. Neylon's clientele includes insurers, ship owners and charterers.

Richard Neylon is exceptional.

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Jean Koh

Band 4

Jean Koh is head of dry shipping at HFW. She is comfortable working on some of the largest litigation in the shipping world and has detailed expertise in the Asian market.

Jean Koh was super.

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