Shipping

Sparke Helmore has a solid maritime and transport practice which is highly sought after by clients including ship owners, charterers, importers and exporters and logistics companies. The team offers expertise in a wide variety of matters such as shipping casualties, admiralty litigation, carriage by sea and marine insurance. The firm also has impressive knowledge of environmental issues. Key clients include the Australian Maritime Safety Authority, Liberty Global Insurance and Subsea.

"Sparke Helmore has an experienced team and is a go-to for complex matters. They always deliver within agreed time frames."

"They are our preferred choice for complex maritime matters, with prompt and easy-to-understand advice."

Sparke Helmore advised the Government of Sri Lanka on wreck removal and environmental damage in relation to the 'X-Press Pearl' disaster, as well as on potential recovery claims.

Michelle Taylor is based in Brisbane and focuses primarily on the litigation of shipping-related disputes, being particularly well known for her experience in the maritime casualty sphere. "Michelle Taylor is knowledgeable and professional." "Michelle is extremely thorough, knowledgeable and helpful. She also has really detailed knowledge of appropriate experts to make sure we are delving into the right areas and questions."