About

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Winston's Maritime team is best known for:

  • Exceptional depth and breadthWinston is best known as a “go-to” firm for difficult maritime problems involving U.S. Government policy, law, regulations and enforcement.

  • Full Service Approach: Our team, unlike many of our maritime boutique competitors, is fully integrated in the full service workings of the firm and is backed by our  400-attorney litigation department.  For example, we expand on matters handled by the maritime practice, involving members of the firm’s FCPA legal team, as well as members from the firm’s appellate practice.

  • Significant Engagements: In recent years, we have been involved in some of the most significant engagements impacting the maritime industry. For example, we have represented a major oil spill response organization in oil pollution cost recovery litigation before the federal district court and most recently, our team has been involved in one of the largest on-going cases in history before the Federal Maritime Commission, involving Maher Terminals.

  • Demonstrated Thought Leadership: Members of Winston’s maritime and admiralty practice
    group are regularly asked to participate as speakers within the maritime
    industry, contribute as columnists for various publications







Chambers Review

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Transportation: Shipping/Maritime: Regulatory - USA - Nationwide
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What the team is known for

Winston & Strawn LLP has an esteemed practice working with large shipping clients on regulatory issues such as the Jones Act, environmental regulations and other matters. The firm has a good depth of experience in US law and international treaties affecting coastal and international shipping. The team is also recommended for its capabilities in legislative drafting, and maintains strong agency and government relationships.

Work Highlights

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  • Winston & Strawn LLP advised American Cruise Lines on the regulatory parameters applicable to the charter of a US-flag cruise vessel to a foreign company.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Charlie Papavizas
Charlie Papavizas
Star Individuals

Constantine Papavizas is widely considered a market-leading expert in US shipping regulations, with particular expertise in the Jones Act.

"Charlie is very knowledgeable, always available, enjoys challenging situations and is well respected in the maritime industry."

"Charlie is right at the forefront of these issues, has strong connections and is excellent at what he does."

Bryant Gardner
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Bryant Gardner
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Band 2

Bryant Gardner is praised for his broad experience in maritime law, regularly managing US flag, MARPOL and government contract issues.

"Bryant is fantastic to work with. He is extremely knowledgeable, readily available and has a positive, can-do work ethic."

Ranked Lawyers at
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USA - Nationwide

Transportation: Shipping/Maritime: Regulatory

Charlie Papavizas
Charlie Papavizas
Star Individuals
Bryant Gardner
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Bryant Gardner
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Band 2

Members

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Industries

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Energy

Financial Services

Government Relations

Shipping and Transportation