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What the Team is Known For

• Additional strength advising on finance work, acting for several leading global banks as well as alternative credit providers.

• Familiarity acting for an impressive list of clients, ranging from owners and operators to P&I clubs and financial institutions.

• Expertise handling high-value multi-jurisdictional disputes, including contract breaches and casualty claims.

Reed Smith has a well-regarded shipping practice with significant experience in both contentious and non-contentious matters. It has strong UK and Asia teams based in global shipping hubs as well as a notable presence in Greece. The law firm offers:

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The team leverages its deep experience to deliver comprehensive yet practical solutions to complex matters.

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They have very broad skills and a highly experienced team.

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Reed Smith is business minded and solution oriented.

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Notable Practitioners

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Andrew D Taylor
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Andrew D Taylor
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Senior Statespeople

Andrew Taylor, based in London, advises on a broad spectrum of shipping disputes. He brings extensive experience in charterparty issues, sale and purchase transactions, and offshore contract matters.

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Charles Weller
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Charles Weller
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Charles Weller advises clients on a wide range of disputes. He is frequently sought for his expertise in charterparty issues and sanctions-related matters.

Charles Weller is a very strong litigator.

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Lianjun Li
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Lianjun Li
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Band 3

Lianjun Li, based in Hong Kong, leads the firm’s transport and commercial litigation practice. He advises on a wide range of shipping disputes, bringing deep expertise to complex maritime matters.

We have full confidence in his ability to handle complicated cross-border legal challenges and to protect our interests effectively.

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Rob Wilkins
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Rob Wilkins
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Rob Wilkins is recognised for his expertise in shipping transactions and advises a broad range of clients, including banks, financial institutions, funds, and private equity firms.

Rob offers very strong leadership.

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Rob Wilkins
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Rob Wilkins
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Andrew D Taylor
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Andrew D Taylor
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Senior Statespeople
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Charles Weller
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Charles Weller
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Lianjun Li
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Lianjun Li
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Band 3
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