Mr Jeremy Biggs > Schjodt LLP > London, England > Lawyer Profile

A ‘strong London team allied with Scandinavian support’, Schjodt LLP continues to provide full-service support to a number of key stakeholders in the maritime world, which regularly seek out the firm for advice on matters such as shipbuilding, charter party disputes, and cargo claims. Jeremy Biggs heads the department, advising on both wet and dry shipping with a focus on Greece and Turkey. Shipowners, offshore contractors, and insurers regularly turn to Christian Dwyer for his in-depth expertise, while Jonas Adolfsson receives praise for his ‘brilliant legal mind.’

Schjodt LLP‘s London office is part of the international network of Scandinavia’s largest Magic Circle firm and its specialist commodities team is frequently involved in large and complex disputes in the Commercial Court and in London arbitration. ‘The London team is resourceful and responsive, switched on to clients’ needs‘, note clients, further highlighting the firm’s ‘excellent knowledge of the energy and commodities sector, and industry-leading and sector-specific knowledge‘. Clients praise the ‘invaluable experience and commercial nous‘ of Jeremy Biggs, who leads the trade and commodities practice and handles both shipping and commodities matters. ‘Experienced, smart and pragmatic litigator‘ Carl Walker is a key adviser to some of the world’s largest trading houses, as well as numerous other commodities traders.

Schjødt Advokatpartnerselskab supports clients in transitioning to sustainable maritime operations by assisting with emission reduction strategies, regulatory compliance, risk management, and dispute resolution. The practice is co-led by Jeremy Biggs and Jens V. Mathiasen, who advise clients on a broad range of complex shipping matters, including wet and dry shipping, shipbuilding, and the sale or purchase of vessels. Christian Thiele is another key member.