Shipping: International: Litigation - Singapore
What the team is known for
Hill Dickinson has a highly regarded shipping litigation practice with an experienced team of maritime lawyers in Singapore. The team is adept at handling a range of dry and wet shipping disputes, including vessel collisions, maritime salvage and casualties, as well as cargo claims, charter party disputes and ship arrests. The firm regularly acts for ship owners, charterers and P&I clubs, especially on cross-border matters. The group is also adept at handling arbitration. Key clients include Ocean Network Express, Gard and the International Group of P&I Clubs.
Strengths
"They know the market inside out and are equally well known by the market."
"They are prompt and attentive, and available for quick calls."
Work highlights
Hill Dickinson acted for the slot charterer of 'ONE Apus', a vessel that lost containers overboard while on transpacific passage, requiring her to return to a Japanese port of refuge. Hill Dickinson dealt with multi-jurisdictional liability issues, and also worked on the investigation of causation and the defence of cargo claims.
Notable practitioners
Andrew Lee offers significant expertise in both dry and wet shipping matters in Singapore. He is best known for his work on charter party claims and bunker disputes, and possesses further experience in casualty and salvage matters. "Andrew is sharp and meticulous in his approach to handling legal matters." "He is highly reliable and efficient."
Matthew Dow has demonstrated solid experience handling marine casualty mandates, such as incidents involving fires and stack collapses. He actively assists ship owners, slot charterers and P&I clubs with claims following shipping casualties. Dow also possesses experience in wreck removal matters. "Matthew is completely on your side of matters because he is commercially savvy." "Matthew has a deep understanding of the law, is an effective communicator with good analytical skills and understands the importance of client focus."
Shanna Ghose is a popular choice as counsel in dry shipping and commodities litigation. She is further experienced in cross-border arbitration. "We always find her knowledgeable and competent. She is really excellent."
