Dentons ACAS-Law provides a breadth of maritime-related services, whilst possessing a specialism in handling contentious shipping matters. Often arising from charter terminations and cargo claims, the team is experienced in representing clients in disputes before the Federal High Court and Court of Appeal. Beyond this, the practice provides transactional and regulatory advice pertaining to shipping transactions and financings. The experienced Funke Agbor, SAN has been active in significant shipping arbitration proceedings whilst Chisa Uba and Nnagozie Azih are key team members.
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Chisa Uba
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Nnagozie Azih
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Funke Agbor, SAN; Chisa Uba
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Nnagozie Azih