Stephenson Harwood

Maritime, Trade and Offshore

Emma advises clients in the maritime and offshore sectors, including shipowners, shipyards charterers, and financial institutions. Her expertise spans contentious and non-contentious matters, making her a go-to advisor for shipbuilding contracts, charterparty agreements, and ship finance enforcement. Emma's clients benefit from her extensive experience in arbitration and High Court litigation, ensuring they navigate legal complexities with confidence.

Emma's practice is characterised by her ability to advise clients on a broad range commercial contracts used in complex maritime and offshore projects, from engineering and construction, refit/retrofit, installation, commissioning, charter and operation of specialist vessels and equipment used in the maritime and offshore industry. She collaborates closely with Stephenson Harwood's international offices, leveraging her experience from working in Hong Kong to provide a global perspective. Her role in the yacht and superyacht team further highlights her versatility and commitment to delivering comprehensive legal solutions.

Clients value Emma's direct approach and her ability to act swiftly and decisively, whether advising on complex contractual issues or dealing with maritime disputes. Her reputation for combining technical knowledge with practical solutions makes her a trusted partner for maritime and offshore stakeholders seeking to protect and enhance their interests.