Shipping: Finance & Non-Contentious

Michael Savva is a well-known name who has a growing reputation in asset finance matters. He is a frequent adviser to lenders on shipping mandates and is also noted for his handling of aviation work.

"Michael Savva is very approachable, cooperative and knowledgeable."

"Michael Savva is a safe pair of hands and a key name in finance and non-contentious matters."

Natalie Jensen has a growing reputation in the market and is increasingly to be seen leading much of the firm's standout work. She is a well-regarded shipping disputes lawyer whose recent matters include advice relating to sanctions, damages, collisions and allisions. She recently joined Watson Farley after leaving Ince.

"Natalie Jensen is responsive, helpful and thorough in how she responds to requests, prompt in delivering feedback and gives high-level responses quickly."

"Natalie Jensen understands her clients' needs exceptionally well and has a drive to bring matters forward in a very efficient manner."

"Natalie Jensen is a very good shipping lawyer."

Charlotte Knight is a senior associate who earns strong praise from the firm's clients. She assists with a variety of M&A transactions in the shipping sector, as well as ship finance matters and the purchase or sale of vessels and other marine assets.

"Charlotte Knight has been very helpful. She is very much in control of the process and is good at keeping track of anything that may jeopardise timelines."

"Charlotte Knight knows her clients and the shipping sector very well."

"Charlotte Knight is an outstanding senior associate; she is hard-working and clever."