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Clyde & Co’s merger with Barlow Lyde & Gilbert LLP in 2011 created the largest shipping practice in the UK. Thefirm has an international presence and ‘deep expertise’ of handling cases across the entire industry. Clients include American Eagle Tankers and UPS. London-based Ben Knowles is recommended.

Lester Aldridge LLP’s clients include the Maritime & Coastguard Agency, Royal & Sun Alliance and Carnival UK plc. Team head Russell Kelly has ‘great experience in marine legal work’.

In 2011, Shoosmiths’ shipping team dealt with financing, marine mortgages, and yacht-related work Senior associate Louise Fuller also handles insurance litigation and EU regulatory matters.

Tolcher & Co, Marine Solicitors’ niche practice focuses solely on the superyacht industry. Its recent work includes defending a €100m arbitration claim, and acting for the seller of a $200m yacht.

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