Shipping - Greece
What the team is known for
Timagenis Law Firm maintains its established presence as a leading shipping disputes practice with experience in both litigation and arbitration mandates. The firm acts for a range of national and international clients, including ship owners, P&I clubs and shipyards. The team earns particular praise for contentious work on behalf of key banks. The law firm has further expertise in advising on the registration of ships in Greece and other jurisdictions, as well as charter party disputes and the negotiation of loan agreements.
Strengths
"Timagenis have a very well-organised shipping team. From junior associates to senior counsels, their team is the one you need when you want to rest assured that your case is in good hands."
"The firm's experience in shipping matters is extensive, and all of their lawyers boast a broad knowledge of the matters assigned."
"Their ability to prioritise the important requests makes us confident that all the crucial aspects of our matters are handled on time."
Work highlights
Timagenis Law Firm assisted Castor Maritime with a spin-off of its tanker fleet to create a newly-formed publicly listed company named Toro Corp.
Notable practitioners
Gregory Timagenis continues to be recognised as a front-running lawyer in the Greek market, offering particular expertise in representing clients in maritime litigation. "Gregory Timagenis is a top lawyer in Greece and one of the best maritime lawyers in the world." "He is an authority in this field, and his invaluable wisdom is probably one of the most important elements of the law firm." "He is a blue-chip lawyer."
Dual-qualified to practise in both Greece and the USA, Christos Timagenis offers extensive experience handling contentious and non-contentious shipping matters, including secured lending transactions and settlement of pre-existing debt. "He has a profound knowledge of the shipping industry and the everyday legal challenges faced." "Christos Timagenis has a strong commercial awareness and the unique ability to communicate complex issues." "He is efficient in working in the context of complex transactions while at the same time demonstrating a very commercial approach and great interpersonal skills."
Lily Politsopoulou-Timagenis advises shipping companies on loan transactions and has further experience in construction financing and ownership transfers of ships. "Lily Politsopoulou-Timagenis is a shipping finance guru who is in a position to swiftly solve every issue we have faced." "Her advice always focuses on every possible detail that could influence the final outcome."
Yiannis Timagenis continues to elicit praise for his representation of lenders in the negotiation or enforcement of loan agreements. He is also well placed to handle charter party disputes and marine accident claims. "Yiannis Timagenis has the ability to foresee any risk that might go against his client." "His knowledge and service are impeccable."
