Shipping

Andrew Chamberlain is particularly renowned for his expertise in salvage, collision and wreck removal matters. He frequently acts for salvors, owners and underwriters.

Rory Butler demonstrates wide-ranging expertise in the shipping market, particularly with regard to disputes pertaining to shipbuilding, salvage and bills of lading. His clientele includes owners, cargo interests and charterers.

"Rory is straightforward, confident and strong in his advocacy."

"Rory has a great offering."

Global head of shipping Paul Dean is a shipping and offshore expert who frequently acts for charterers and P&I clubs. His practice includes collision matters and charter party issues.

"Paul is a very sensible litigator. He doesn't play games or mess around."

Richard Neylon is frequently involved in disputes relating to marine casualties, including collisions. He has additional expertise in matters concerning liability, war risk and kidnapping. Neylon's clientele includes insurers, ship owners and charterers.

"Richard is strong for war risk work."

Jean Koh is head of dry shipping at HFW. She is comfortable working on some of the largest litigation matters in the shipping world and has detailed expertise in the Asian market.

"Jean makes her clients feel at ease. She is one of the most trusted lawyers in the Japanese market."

Claire Womersley is a master mariner who focuses her practice on the field of crisis response and related wet litigation.

"Claire is experienced and efficient."

Michael Ritter expertly handles a range of sophisticated and cross-border shipping matters for clients including insurers as well as salvors.

"He is very pleasant to work with. He works around the clock and provides speedy responses."

Paolo Ghirardani handles high-profile and complex shipping disputes including those pertaining to marine casualties and piracy. He often acts for ship owners and P&I clubs.