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Shipping - UK-wide

3
Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Nautica Law advises on wet and dry shipping matters for a variety of large international clients. The firm acts for salvors, P&I clubs and ship owners. It specialises in matters including charter party disputes, vessel sale and purchase, and emergency response.

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Notable Practitioners

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Tim Houghton
4
Band 4
Tim Houghton frequently advises charterers, P&I clubs and owners. He is well known for his litigation expertise.

If I were a ship owner he is the person I would go to. He is very bright and has good knowledge of the law.

Tim delivers comprehensive advice on complex legal concepts in an accessible and easy-to-digest way, always with an eye to strategy and commercial realities.

It is always a pleasure to work with Tim. He is very professional and knowledgeable.

Tim is super smart, highly skilled, committed and able to look at legal matters beyond the technicalities.

Tim is also great at drafting agreements, handling the matter as it progresses and looking for a solution or settlement where relevant.

6
Christopher Wood
6
Band 6

Christopher Wood regularly advises on maritime and commercial disputes. He has significant experience with charter party issues and shipbuilding contracts, advising on fleet expansions.

Chris is always up to date on the law reports and willing to give a steer on where to research a problem further or which judgment to rely on.

Chris is a really good lawyer; it can be said as short as that. I have instructed him in numerous cases and always been happy with his advice and the value of his service.

6
James King
6
Band 6

James King specialises in disputes involving charter parties, shipbuilding contracts and cargo claims. He is also involved in arbitration matters.

James is a steady pair of hands and capable of delivering sound and clear advice when needed most.

He has a great ability to handle tough cases and knows both local and international laws well. He goes the extra mile to make sure we are given sound, honest and proper advice.

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Tim Houghton
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Band 4
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Christopher Wood
6
Band 6
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James King
6
Band 6