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What the Team is Known For

Watson Farley & Williams is especially noted for its work in the area of shipping finance, representing an international roster of banks, ship-owners and charterers. The team regularly advises on major transactions in this space, including vessel financing and purchases. The finance group is supported by an increasingly respected disputes team, which has years of experience in maritime cases.

Work Highlights

  • Watson Farley & Williams advised Astro Offshore on its USD185 million sale of an 80% stake in the business to Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone.

Strengths

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The team genuinely cares about our business, and that makes all the difference in choosing to work with them over and over again.

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Watson Farley & Williams looks after our company interests and has vast industry knowledge.

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Notable Practitioners

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Michael Savva
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Michael Savva
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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, with experience of acting for many of the region's leading banks.

Michael Savva is a subject matter expert.

Michael Savva has extensive knowledge of shipping, banking and finance. He is very approachable, calm and composed.

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Natalie Jensen
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Natalie Jensen
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Natalie Jensen is a well-regarded shipping disputes lawyer whose recent matters include advice relating to sanctions. She has a growing reputation in this field, with further experience relating to non-contentious matters.

Natalie Jensen never fails to deliver to my needs. Her communication is always fast, responsive, friendly and informative.

Natalie Jensen has excellent knowledge of shipping law, with a strong understanding of our business.

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Charlotte Knight
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Charlotte Knight
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Charlotte Knight is a notable transactional lawyer specialising in shipping matters. She assists with a variety of vessel financings, sale and leaseback transactions and general commercial work within the shipping sector.

Charlotte's knowledge of shipping matters is always noticeable.

Charlotte Knight is very helpful and responsive in attending to our needs. She goes out of her way to make sure everything is in order for a smooth transaction every time.

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Natalie Jensen
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Natalie Jensen
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Michael Savva
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Michael Savva
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Charlotte Knight
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Charlotte Knight
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