Provided by Ernest van Buuren
Clients consider Ernest a trusted advisor – he stands out for his ability to apply technical knowledge and grasp key issues in the industry to provide commercial solutions.
Ernest has been appointed as a lawyer of choice by Australian and international clients including ship owners, freight forwarders, marine insurers, government agencies and "blue chips" companies in the offshore oil & gas, commodity and mining sectors to handle almost every type of shipping related matter.
With over 12 years of experience at sea and qualifications as a master mariner and a Masters of Law in Admiralty law (with distinction) from Tulane University, USA. Ernest also has significant experience representing clients in Supreme Court and Federal Court litigation as well as Australian and overseas arbitration.
Joining Clyde & Co in 2019, Ernest is a key member of the APAC marine team with strong experience in Australia, but also New Zealand, Fiji, The Philippines, East Timor, Papua New Guinea and French Polynesia.
Provided by Chambers
Ernest van Buuren is a qualified master mariner who has long been regarded as one of Australia's most distinguished shipping lawyers. He is an experienced adviser to clients from across the Asia-Pacific region on the full range of operational, regulatory and contentious shipping issues, including criminal investigations. He is based in Brisbane.
Provided by Chambers
Ernest is a leading maritime expert with unparalleled knowledge and experience in the industry.
Ernest is a highly experienced lawyer with great judgement and a strong knowledge of shipping and navigation from his background as a master mariner.
Ernest is a leading maritime expert with unparalleled knowledge and experience in the industry.
Ernest is a highly experienced lawyer with great judgement and a strong knowledge of shipping and navigation from his background as a master mariner.
