
Hesketh Henry maintains a focused transport practice, with a particular strength in maritime and shipping law. The team advises on both disputes and transactional matters across the sector. The practice also acts on matters involving vessel arrests, collisions, and marine casualty claims. Simon Cartwright leads with specialist expertise in both contentious and non-contentious trade and transport law. Cartwright is dual-qualified in New Zealand and England and Wales. Colin Hunter also contributes notable experience in maritime law.
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Testimonials
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- 'Simon Cartwright is always available when we need his advice on an urgent matter, and provides detailed explanations to our questions. Clara Kwon has been working with Simon recently and is learning our business and industry quickly.'
- 'The knowledge of our partner is probably market leading and brings us comfort in our litigation matters.'
Work highlights
Advised ADM on a claim under the New Zealand Fair Trading Act to recover sums owed following default on a charterparty and guarantee.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Colin Hunter
Practice head
Simon Cartwright
Other key lawyers
Clara Kwon; Colin Hunter
