Mr Michael Volikas > Wikborg Rein > London, England > Lawyer Profile

Wikborg Rein’s shipping and offshore practice leverages strong connections with the Norwegian and Greek markets, excelling in matters such as casualties, sanctions, and charterparty disputes. Team lead Chris Grieveson fields a vibrant maritime practice that covers both wet and dry shipping, including bareboat charter disputes, the detention of vessels, and shipbuilding. Michael Volikas focuses on disputes, while Jonathan Goldfarb specialises in projects and finance, particularly within the LNG sector. Rob Jardine-Brown advises clients on the full shipping lifecycle, with emphasis on contentious matters; disputes also lie at the heart of Ian Chetwood‘s advisory portfolio.

Specialising in offshore construction and energy projects, the contentious construction practice at Wikborg Rein also handles shipping-related disputes. Team head Rob Jardine-Brown handles shipbuilding arbitrations and disputes, while Shawn Kirby, dual-qualified in England and New Zealand, assists with complex commercial disputes. With particular experience in Asia, Chris Grieveson is another key member of the team. Michael Volikas joined from Axiom Ince in September 2023.