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LCI Law

Shipping

Global Guide 2026 : Greece


LCI Law

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Type of work handled

LCI Law specialises in:

  • Shipping Law
  • Marine Insurance
  • Trade & Energy
  • Corporate & Transactional
  • Competition & Anti-Trust

Categories of clients

LCI Law acts on behalf of:

  • Shipowners and ship operators
  • P&I Clubs
  • Hull & Machinery Underwriters
  • Shipyards
  • Cargo Traders
  • Investors & Financiers
  • Insurers

Recent Work Highlights

These include:

  • The Eleni P – High Court decision on off-hire following a vessel seizure by pirates 
  • The Star Polaris – High Court decision on claiming lost profit as a consequential loss under a shipbuilding contract
  • Acting for a shipowner in a multi-million dispute with the cargo owners following a ship casualty concerning the recoverability of losses in general average and calculation of the ship’s contributory value
  • Acted for the buyers of two newbuilding containerships in a substantial dispute concerning the quality of the building works following the discovery of serious welding defects leading to the cancellation of the contracts
  • Acted for the owners of a Capesize bulk carrier in an indemnity claim against time charterers following the collision of the vessel with a bunkering barge which caused significant pollution and substantial claims against the owners
  • Acting for owners in a very substantial claim against charterers concerning a cargo hold explosion caused by the shipment of undeclared dangerous cargoes

Specialisations

These include:

  • LMAA, LCIA, ICC, UNCITRAL & GAFTA arbitration
  • English and Greek Court proceedings

Industries (2)

  • Oil & Gas
  • Trade

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Shipping - Greece

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

LCI Law fields a respected shipping practice with a strong focus on maritime law and litigation. The law firm is well-versed in handling disputes and compensation claims arising from groundings, unsafe ports, wreck removals and other accidents. Its client base includes ship management companies, cruise lines and vessel owners. Clients benefit from the firm's cross-border capabilities, which allow it to handle international arbitration and enforcement proceedings.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • LCI Law is well established in Greece and has many well-established connections.

    Shipping respondentGlobal
  • LCI Law's expertise in shipping law, combined with a clear understanding of commercial realities, makes it a trusted adviser.

    Shipping respondentGlobal
  • They have a great pool of talent.

    Shipping respondentGlobal
  • Its lawyers have vast knowledge and experience. They are able to take on a huge variety of cases, whether complicated legally or factually, or both.

    Shipping respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

Provided by Chambers

  • Band 1Antonis Lagadianos
    Band 1Antonis Lagadianos

    Antonis Lagadianos

    Renowned partner Antonis Lagadianos is highly regarded for his sophisticated shipping litigation practice. He regularly advises ship owners on high-value disputes, including claims under charter parties and against underwriters, as well as enforcement of arbitration awards.

    • Antonis demonstrates a strong understanding of the shipping industry and applies a commercially minded approach to the matters he advises on and handles.

      Shipping respondentGlobal
    • Antonis Lagadianos has brilliant commercial understanding and knowledge of the industry. He has a great understanding of clients' practical and commercial needs.

      Shipping respondentGlobal
  • Band 1George Iatridis
    Band 1George Iatridis

    George Iatridis

    George Iatridis is frequently seen advising cruise companies and ship owners on civil and penal litigation as well as claims relating to pollution, wrecks and other damages.
    • He's very knowledgeable and responsible.

      Shipping respondentGlobal
    • George Iatridis makes himself available on any occasion. He is also fully aligned with our company's commercial requirements and vision.

      Shipping respondentGlobal
  • Band 2Evangelos Catsambas
    Band 2Evangelos Catsambas

    Evangelos Catsambas

    Evangelos Catsambas has a strong practice, representing ship owners and management companies in maritime law matters ranging from grounding disputes to unsafe port claims.

    • Evangelos Catsambas has a great understanding of clients' practical and commercial needs and perspectives, as well as strong strategic decision-making skills.

      Shipping respondentGlobal
    • Evangelos Catsambas is responsive and gives very good advice.

      Shipping respondentGlobal
    • He has a brilliant commercial understanding and knowledge of the industry.

      Shipping respondentGlobal

Ranked Individuals at LCI Law (3)

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