Shipping - UK-wide
What the Team is Known For
Mays Brown Solicitors is a boutique shipping firm with a well-respected team possessing expertise in both contentious and non-contentious matters. Its client base includes ship owners, insurers and P&I clubs. The firm has experience in advising clients on a broad range of shipping matters from charter party and bills of lading matters to insurance and cargo claims.
Strengths
"They have immense knowledge of the law and the commercial shipping market. The team is easily capable of collaborating their resources to deal with complex legal matters."
"They deal with solid, complex disputes and are very effective and capable."
"Mays Brown has extensive experience and is keen to support its clients. The team's responses are usually very quick."
"Mays Brown is really enjoyable to work with. The team is capable and easy to work with."
Notable Practitioners
Joe Mays is a well-renowned practitioner who advises on numerous disputes, including charter party, bills of lading and contractual claims. His clientele consists of operators, owners and P&I clubs.
David Wartski specialises in shipping-related disputes, including over charter parties, contracts of affreightment and bills of lading. "He is responsive and knows the local client's requirements." "He is extremely focused on the client's requirements. He offers responsive turnaround times and clear, simple advice." "He listens and is very thoughtful and receptive."
Justin Draeger has a notable practice dealing with a wide range of contentious shipping matters, including charter party disputes. "Justin is steeped in shipping and commodities work. He is very helpful, always has good ideas and knows how to deal with cases. He has a wealth of knowledge."
