Shipping: International: Litigation

Wikborg Rein is a noted law firm whose Singapore office is well regarded by market commentators for the strength of its dry shipping litigation and arbitration practice. The team is well versed in advising shipping and insurance clients on shipbuilding contract disputes. The group is also experienced in vessel damage and personal injury claims. Wikborg Rein holds further capabilities in finance matters in the offshore sector.

"The team is a very slick operation that provides consistently excellent legal services in a very timely manner that never fails to neglect the practical realities of the shipping world."

"They have an inclusive and diverse team of lawyers with international backgrounds who understand different jurisdictions. They are very responsive, very time-sensitive and reliable."

Wikborg Rein represented Britannia P&I Singapore in an inter-club agreement cargo claim from their charterers with respect to an over-heating palm oil pellet cargo.

Robert Joiner has particular experience in charter party and collision disputes. His clients include shipping companies and P&I clubs. "It is a great pleasure working with Robert. Knowing how reliable and detail-oriented he is after working with him in multiple cross-border cases, he has become our first choice for complex matters."