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Norton Rose Fulbright

Shipping

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Norton Rose Fulbright

Rankings

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Shipping - UK-wide

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Norton Rose Fulbright has a highly regarded international shipping practice with regular work on dispute resolution, regulatory matters and investigations. It is recognised for particular strength in marine insurance as well as shipping finance. The firm regularly acts for prominent shipping industry clients on high-profile work. The team's clients include insurers, banks and ship operators.

Work Highlights

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  • Norton Rose Fulbright acted for Shell in proceedings commenced in the Admiralty Court against Greenpeace arising from the unlawful boardings of the heavy-lift vessel 'White Marlin'.

Strengths

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  • The team have a high degree of expertise in the field we are seeking support in.

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  • They have an excellent understanding of the market, with experience and familiarity with the legal and practical and expert issues that arise.

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  • The expertise of the shipping and corporate teams was evident, which gave us great confidence in the advice they were giving us.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 4Philip Roche
    Band 4Philip Roche

    Philip Roche

    Philip Roche is experienced in marine disputes and insurance issues. He is adept at acting for banks, ship owners and insurers.
    • Philip is somebody who cares very much about his client. He understands and works to operate within his client's risk tolerance.

      Shipping respondentUK
    • He is hugely knowledgeable and supportive, and we use his team to get us the maritime advice that we need.

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  • Band 6Charlotte Winter
    Band 6Charlotte Winter

    Charlotte Winter

    Charlotte Winter has extensive experience of shipping and aviation litigation and deals primarily in asset finance-related litigation for both industries.
    • Charlotte is calm and collected and responsive, even when others might have lost their cool.

      Shipping respondentUK
    • She was really good in extracting needed detail. She always has been excellent.

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