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Thynne + Macartney

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Thynne + Macartney

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What the Team is Known For
Thynne + Macartney is a greatly respected player for Queensland-centred shipping matters, particularly for P&I-related issues. Its team is highly experienced in casualty mandates, including associated wreck removal and environmental issues. The firm is also noted for its coverage of cargo damage claims and chartering disputes.
Notable practitioners
Michael Fisher

Michael Fisher is practice co-head in Queensland and focuses principally on commercial and contractual issues in the maritime sphere, covering both their contentious and non-contentious aspects and acting prominently for leading ship owners and insurers. He has further experience in oil pollution clean-up and wreck removal.


Matthew Hockaday

Matthew Hockaday is the practice co-head, based in Queensland and is an experienced litigator in shipping-related disputes, particularly those concerning marine casualty incidents. He has further capabilities in clean-up and environmental responses as well as compensation claims.

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