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Hill Dickinson LLP

Shipping: Litigation

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Hill Dickinson LLP

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Shipping: Litigation - Asia-Pacific Region

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For
Hill Dickinson is an especially strong law firm for wet shipping disputes, offering a market-leading Singapore team alongside a well-established practice in China. The firm is regularly mandated on cross-border matters, particularly in relation to claims surrounding maritime casualties, collisions and onboard incidents. It advises prominent P&I clubs, insurers and ship owners, with additional expertise in marine insurance, insolvency and bill of lading cases, as well as ship arrests. Also, the team acts on shipping arbitrations, and has experience advising on cargo liquefaction matters and other cargo claims.
Notable practitioners

Key points of contact are Andrew Lee in Singapore and Damien Laracy in Hong Kong.

Work Highlights

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  • Hill Dickinson advised CMA CGM on all the legal aspects of a fire on board the vessel Northern Juvenile, with damages valued in excess of USD200 million.

Strengths

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  • Hill Dickinson are able to give tailored advice and provide excellent service, particularly in situations where urgent assistance is needed.

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Members

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  • Damien Laracy

    Head of Department

  • Bryan O'Hare

  • Andrew Lee

    Head of Department

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