Shipping: Litigation (International Firms)

Hill Dickinson's Hong Kong team has a solid practice that acts on the full gamut of shipping disputes. The firm acts for prominent P&I clubs, ship owners and insurers in litigation and arbitration, including cargo claims and ship arrests, as well as charter party disputes. It is known for advising on mandates in the distressed shipping sector and offers expertise in matters regarding sale of vessels, sanctions, security enforcement and liquidation matters. Clients include Pan Ocean and Simpson Marine.

"My impression of Hill Dickinson is that they are all very hard workers and very adept at turning work around very quickly. They also have an impressive knowledge base."

"Hill Dickinson provide accurate, rapid and commercially minded legal advice."

Hill Dickinson defended Simpson Marine against a recovery action by a Czech liquidator, which arose out of the sale of yachts in France to a Czech company.

Jim James is a well-regarded lawyer who has over 35 years' experience in various jurisdictions in Asia. He is a litigator and arbitrator with significant expertise in the field of shipping. "Jim's global exposure and versatile skills make him a seasoned legal professional." "He is very experienced in shipping and arbitration matters."

Damien Laracy is well regarded for his broad shipping litigation practice, advising ship owners and insurers on matters regarding sanction implications, charter party claims and cargo disputes. "Damien has an extremely good commercial feel, a good sense of how to achieve commercial objectives and great management skills." "He is very hands-on and responsive."

Felix Cheung enters the rankings owing to his active shipping litigation practice. He regularly assists clients with collision, cargo and charter party claims. "Felix has a reassuring level of calm and efficiency." "He deals with cases very quickly and provides no-nonsense advice."