LAWYER PROFILE

Henry Adams

UK 2026

Birketts LLP

Ranked in 1 practice area

Shipping

UK-wide

14 years ranked

About

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Career

Henry is a Partner and Head of our Shipping and International Trade Team.

Henry specialises in shipping, transport and marine insurance work. His core practice involves handling Charterparty disputes and pursuing and defending cargo claims. He also regularly advises on marine insurance coverage issues, international sale contract disputes and conflicts of law/jurisdiction. His clients include traders, charterers, carriers, brokers and their respective insurers. Henry has wide experience of court litigation from Admiralty and Commercial Court through all appellate levels and arbitration work within the LMAA, LCIA, CAMP and ICC. Henry qualified as a Solicitor in September 20

Chambers Review

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Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Shipping - UK-wide

Band 5

Individual Editorial

Henry Adams is head of shipping and international trade at the firm and offers experience in marine insurance work, especially on the side of the insurers. He also advises on charter party disputes, general average and salvage claims.

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Strengths

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Henry stands out for delivering high-quality service with great efficiency, making him stand out in handling cases.
ShippingChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
He finds solutions and manages to find nice outcomes to our claims.
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Henry will go the extra mile for you.
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