HFW‘s full-service offering extends to advice on both wet and dry shipping matters. Frequently engaged in international commercial shipping matters concerning French vessels, the team demonstrates proficiency in English and French law and is headed by Stanislas Lequette, who brings expertise in commercial and criminal litigation, including in francophone-African countries. Stéphanie Schweitzer specialises in matters concerning ship arrests, collisions, and charter party disputes with noteworthy experience in the tourism segment. Vincent Bénézech is an arbitration specialist and is dual-qualified as French and English lawyer. Guillaume Brajeux is adept at the full range of shipping law, while Mona Dejean is a key contact for shipping disputes, including those related to major casualties.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Availability, in-depth knowledge of the files, responsiveness, and quality of writing.’
- They possess solid legal knowledge across a wide range of topics, enabling them to tackle new subjects and challenges.’
- ‘Excellent team, highly competent and responsive.’
- ‘A cohesive, available, and responsive team that takes ownership of the case, making it a personal matter.'
Key clients
- Euroports France
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Mona Dejean
Practice head
Stanislas Lequette
Other key lawyers
Stéphanie Schweitzer; Vincent Bénézech; Guillaume Brajeux; Mona Dejean