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Nautica Law

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Nautica Law

Rankings

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Shipping - UK-wide

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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Strengths

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  • Nautica Law has a great team of people who take the time to know and understand their clients well, and working with them is always collaborative and fun.

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  • Their focus is on resolving matters early, if possible, and only continue pursuing disputes to the extent necessary to protect the client's interests.

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  • They deliver to-the-point, practical and sound advice at a very reasonable price.

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  • They manage to explain in simple words some of the most complex legal issues, which is extremely helpful.

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  • Their knowledge of UK shipping law leads to exceptionally quick yet substantive responses for pressing commercial disputes.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Tim Houghton
    Tim Houghton

    Tim Houghton

    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.

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    • 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.

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

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

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

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  • Christopher Wood
    Christopher Wood

    Christopher Wood

    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.

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    • 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.

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  • James King
    James King

    James King

    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.

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    • 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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