Stephenson Harwood brings a depth of litigation and insurance expertise to shipping clients with noteworthy strength advising on matters related to cruise ships and yachts. Guérin Loisel specialises in domestic and international maritime insurance disputes. Nicolas Demigneux heads the team.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Nicolas Demigneux and Guerin Loisel are a team that works very well together.'
- ‘Guerin Loisel is very capable.'
Key clients
- The Hartford (Formerly Navigators)
- Talbot Underwriting
- Hiscox MGA LTD
- Louis Dreyfus Armateurs SAS and.
- LD Ports & Logistics PTE LTD
- Columbia Shipmanagement
- Maersk Line A/S
- RSA Insurance Group PLC
- RSA Luxembourg
Work highlights
Advising the insurers of a European naval defense corporate on its coverage discussions with the lead underwriter, the broker and the insured following a fire that destroyed part of a nuclear attack submarine.
Advising a company providing integrated subsea services, mainly to the oil, gas and renewables industries, on insurance law and contract issues within the framework of the construction of a multi-billion-euro offshore wind farm.
Advising a commodities trader in the context of a €10m dispute that opposes them against their cargo insurers regarding a cargo loaded in Ukraine on board their chartered vessel before the vessel was trapped because of the war.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Nicolas Demigneux
Other key lawyers
Guérin Loisel