Stephenson Harwood leverages capabilities across both shipping finance and litigation issues to assist its high-profile client base. The finance team routinely oversees cross-border and private equity financings, as well as investment transactions into the shipping industry. On the contentious side, bill of lading, letters of indemnity, sale of goods contracts and voyage charter disputes are also key areas of focus. Splitting his time between Shanghai and Hong Kong, practice head Paul Ho routinely handles shipbuilding, international transactions and offshore construction matters. Hongkai Zhou offers advice on financing and ship leasing, as well as offshore installations. Skilled litigator Jason Toms is also a name to note. Andrew Ridgen Green departed for Watson Farley & Williams in May 2025.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Phenomenally talented team with enormous breadth of experience.'
- 'The partners and associates go the extra mile and the collaboration between the team members is exceptional. ’
Key clients
- China Development Bank
- China Development Bank Financial Leasing
- Everbright Fortune International Leasing
- ICBC Financial Leasing Ltd
- Michharry and Company Nigeria Limited
- The People’s Insurance Co of China
- The Export-Import Bank of China
- CMB Financial Leasing Ltd.
- Pantainer Limited
- Panalpina World Transport Ltd
- Maersk Line
- Societe Generale
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Paul Ho
Other key lawyers
Hongkai Zhou; Jason Toms