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What the Team is Known For

Holland & Knight LLP is a highly regarded practice working in a range of shipping finance areas, including offshore energy financing, shipping group restructuring and foreign flag matters. The firm also has expertise in tax rules and private equity transactions, among other matters. It stands out for its experience in the Gulf of Mexico energy market, with significant experience in tax structuring involving Liberia and the Marshall Islands.

Work Highlights

  • Holland & Knight acted on behalf of HPS Investment Partners, the lead arranger and lender of loans totaling around $565 million used to finance the acquisition of Seacor Holdings by American Industrial Partners.

Strengths

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Holland & Knight is always very commercial whilst remaining fully aligned with the clients' interests.

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Holland & Knight has exceptional knowledge of the industry and the law that governs it, be it in the US or internationally. It's an excellent resource group with contacts globally to assist clients.

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Notable Practitioners

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Mike Timpone
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Mike Timpone
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Michael Timpone is particularly recognized for his expertise in the financing and acquisition of vessels. His clients include prominent banks and shipping operators.

Michael is a strong, clear leader.

Michael Timpone is the expert.

Michael Timpone is a very experienced and personable lawyer who we enjoy working with.

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Jovi Tenev
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Jovi Tenev
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Jovi Tenev advises banks and financial institutions on an array of financial matters including debt and equity issuances, private equity-backed transactions and cross-border vessel leasing.

Jovi Tenev is an excellent lawyer with global and US market knowledge.

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Sophia Agathis
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Sophia Agathis
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Up and Coming

Sophia Agathis is noted as a rising talent in asset finance, and has particular expertise advising lenders and financial institutions in maritime transactions.

Sophia is an excellent commercial lawyer and is proactive in getting the deal done.

Sophia Agathis is a rising star. She's super responsive and very friendly to work with.

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Ranked Lawyers at
Holland & Knight LLP

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Mike Timpone
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Mike Timpone
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Jovi Tenev
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Jovi Tenev
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Band 2
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Sophia Agathis
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Sophia Agathis
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Up and Coming
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