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Shipping - Spain
What the Team is Known For
The boutique law firm Avante Legal handles a broad range of high-impact mandates in shipping. The team is highly visible in complex salvage proceedings and collision and cargo claims, with further expertise in large-scale environmental and pollution damage. Furthermore, the team is recognised for its strength in vessel arrests as well as contract negotiations and disputes. As well as Spanish shipping and insurance companies, the team also advises foreign P&I clubs. Thanks to its co-operation with international law firms, Avante Legal is well placed to handle cross-border mandates.
Strengths
Avante Legal is very reactive and proactive when it comes to resolving problems.
Avante Legal has excellent response times and provides very clear and transparent advice.
Notable practitioners
Antonio Quirós is appreciated for the breadth of his expertise in shipping mandates across Spain, often handling cargo, damages and collision claims. He also handles vessel arrests, represents P&I clubs and advises on contract negotiations and disputes.
Antonio Quirós is absolutely excellent and very highly rated.
Antonio Quirós offers good experience at all levels.
Julio López Quiroga is known for his strength in collision, salvage and cargo claims proceedings. He is also well versed in handling ship arrests, assisting P&I clubs and advising on non-payment claims.
Hannah de Bustos often assists with collision, cargo and salvage claims, as well as breach of contract matters and subsequent disputes.
Based in Vigo, Jacobo Tojeiro regularly assists with contract work and damage claims on behalf of ship manufacturers and insurance companies.