Shipping: International Firms
Global Guide 2024 : South Korea
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(020) 3116 3000Chambers Review
Reed Smith's Korea-focused legal team is based mainly in London, with strong litigation and international arbitration capabilities. The law firm handles a variety of claims in both dry and wet shipping, including charter party and cargo disputes, as well as non-delivery claims. The practice is trusted by Korean shipbuilding companies and P&I clubs on various onshore and offshore shipping construction issues as well as transactional matters.
Work Highlights
- Reed Smith advised THE Alliance in relation to the European Commission’s consultation regarding the renewal of the Consortia Block Exemption Regulation (CBER) and on general EU competition compliance issues.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They have very deep and broad expertise in charter party and ship financing."
"They have very deep and broad expertise in charter party and ship financing."
Notable Practitioners
Alex Andrews is a partner in Reed Smith's London office and is active on shipping litigation matters in South Korea. He typically represents shipbuilding entities and shipyards.
"Alex is an experienced shipping lawyer. He is tactical, and practical and has deep knowledge of the applicable laws."