Stephenson Harwood Middle East LLP

Banking and Finance, Ship Finance

Associate

English, Hindi and Konkani

Shwini is an English law qualified associate, specialising in cross border maritime finance, with a keen commercial insight.

With over eight years of expertise in the region, Shwini brings a unique commercial perspective to maritime trade and offshore finance. Her expertise covers the full spectrum of non-contentious maritime work where she supports a diverse range of banks, financial institutions, and major ship owners, guiding them through shipping finance, vessel sale and purchase, leasing, and ship registration matters.

Her role extends to the firm's global yacht and superyacht team, where she advises on yacht construction contracts, ensuring clients navigate complex transactions with ease. Her expertise also spans project finance, aircraft financings, and general corporate lending where she advises financial institutions, funds, and borrowers on secured lending structures. Known for her ability to act promptly and think commercially, she is a vital asset to clients seeking clarity and precision in high-value matters.

Clients appreciate her direct approach, pragmatism and efficiency in managing multi-jurisdictional transactions and value her as an extension of their team. An active member of the UAE branch of the Women in Shipping and Trading Association (WISTA), Shwini actively contributes to diversity initiatives across the sector.