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HFW

Transport: Logistics

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Transport: Logistics - UK-wide

Band 1

What the Team is Known For
HFW has a market-leading logistics practice with experience in a wide array of matters including transactions, logistics disputes and competition issues. It maintains a strong multi-modal transport practice, combining sea, air, road and rail freight expertise. The firm represents an enviable roster of clients featuring major insurers, logistics companies and operators. In addition, the team has notable strength in ports and terminals work, including both contentious and non-contentious matters.
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Strengths

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  • HFW’s transport and logistics department stand out for their exceptional sector-specific expertise and their ability to provide commercially focused, cross-jurisdictional legal advice.

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  • A team that fully masters the legal-related contents and understands the impact on various other dimensions.

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  • The team are very commercially focused and quick to respond.

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  • The premier logistics firm, with lawyers who really know the industry.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Matthew Wilmshurst
    Matthew Wilmshurst

    Matthew Wilmshurst

    Matthew Wilmshurst has a practice that sees him represent operators and freight forwarders in an array of logistics matters. He regularly advises on insurance claims, contractual disputes, and cargo loss and damage claims.

    • He handles complex issues with confidence and precision, offering solutions that are both technically sound and commercially viable.

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    • Matt displays a thorough understanding of legal matters and provides clear, actionable advice that makes a significant difference in our claims together.

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  • Catherine Emsellem-Rope
    Catherine Emsellem-Rope

    Catherine Emsellem-Rope

    Catherine Emsellem-Rope is a legal director at HFW. She advises a range of clients involved in supply chain work on their contracts with providers.

    • Catherine has been an outstanding contributor to our matters, and we greatly value her expertise and collaborative approach.

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    • Catherine has an excellent grasp of the law and issues surrounding the logistics industry and the ability to identify real issues which may not have been considered.

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  • Daniel Martin
    Daniel Martin

    Daniel Martin

    Daniel Martin advises freight forwarders and insurers on logistical and regulatory matters. He has experience providing guidance on sanctions, customs and import duties.

    • We would be lost without Daniel's support.

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  • Matthew Gore
    Matthew Gore

    Matthew Gore

    Matthew Gore advises a number of logistics providers and international retailers on contractual matters with carriers, freight forwarders and hauliers.

    • Matthew has an excellent knowledge and understanding of the issues facing the logistics industry. His advice and guidance is always extremely practical and commercial.

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