Birketts LLP is well equipped to handle high-profile matters arising from bills of lading, contracts of affreightment and international sales contracts. The group’s expertise spans marine insurance and personal injury claims. The practice is led by Henry Adams, head of shipping and international trade, alongside Alex Davey, who heads the dispute resolution team. Nicholas Woo is noted for his dry shipping litigation work, while Tom Hodges is recognised for his dry shipping expertise, with a particular focus on the East Asian market.
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Practice head
Henry Adams; Alex Davey; Nicholas Woo; Tom Hodges
Other key lawyers
Daniel Crockford; Alex Penberthy; Clarissa Dumolo; Matthew Stratton