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Provided by Dimitris Anassis
Dimitris deals with all types of contentious shipping and international trade matters in the context of both arbitration and court proceedings under English law, including cross-border and trade finance disputes.
He has been involved in numerous charterparty, cargo/bill of lading, shipbuilding, marine insurance, off-spec bunkers, sale and purchase and international trade disputes involving contractual breaches and claims in tort, as well as casualties involving general average, unseaworthiness, abandonment and transshipment considerations.
His experience also extends to advising on drafting issues and settlement negotiations and organising early intervention mediations.
Dimitris also often advises on international trade sanctions.
Further, Dimitris has developed a keen interest in the global efforts towards decarbonisation and is often asked to assist with drafting contractual clauses, including those dealing with a vessel’s CII (Carbon Intensity Indicator), the EU ETS (Emissions Trading Scheme) and FuelEU Maritime.
2009-2014: Norton Rose Fulbright
2014-2022: Thomas Cooper / Penningtons Manches Cooper (partner 2017 onwards)
2023-to date: Hill Dickinson
Member of the Law Society of England & Wales
Member of the Athens Bar Association
Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb)
Supporting Member of the London Maritime Arbitrators Association (LMAA)
Member of the International Propeller Club – Port of Piraeus
Dimitris is regularly mentioned in the legal directories. Chambers and Partners describes him as “very bright and attentive to details, even minor ones”, “very hard working”, possessing “diligence, ability to focus on the critical issues and commercial acumen” and demonstrating “amazing responsiveness”, while also noting him as being “valued by clients for providing ‘clear instructions and strategy’ in high-pressure situations” and as someone that “fights your corner when you need him and gets to the point”.
The Legal 500 mentions that he is “highly recommended” for his “quick understanding of issues coupled with fast responses” and for his “thorough legal analysis” and advice which is “always to the point and legally impeccable”.
Dimitris is a fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (FCIArb) and a Supporting Member of the London Maritime Arbitrators Association (LMAA) and accepts appointments as an arbitrator for matters in his areas of expertise.
Provided by Chambers
Dimitris Anassis is well placed to represent clients in cross-border matters, such as disputes under charter parties, as well as cargo losses arising from hull damage.
Provided by Chambers
His writing and responses are always very good.
Dimitris Anassis is always available and keen to provide his expert and sophisticated advice.
His writing and responses are always very good.
Dimitris Anassis is always available and keen to provide his expert and sophisticated advice.