Morgan & Morgan is renowned for its expertise in all aspects of shipping finance, registration and litigation, acting for a diverse client list of financial institutions, ship owners and agents, port operators, P&I clubs, and hull and cargo underwriters. The 'exceptional' Jazmina Rovi is a leading figure for complex ship financing structures and the sale and purchase of vessels, as well as being prolific in handling registrations under the Panamanian flag, while the 'outstanding' Juan David Morgan Jr takes the lead in shipping litigation, including collision, cargo, oil spills and pollution, and other claims. Francisco Linares and Luis Raven are also sought out to handle high-profile disputes. Associate Andrés Mejía provides strong support across the board.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Juan David communicates well with clients and co-counsel, has practical sense born out of experience, and is a seasoned and skilful courtroom advocate.’
- ‘Juan David Morgan Jr is outstanding as a litigator and advisor in the maritime practice in Panama.’
Key clients
- AES Panama ABN AMRO Bank Caterpillar Financial Services HMM Co KN Trading Co Mitsubishi Logistics Corporation Mitsui-Soko Co. Panama Ports Company SK Shipping Co Pan Ocean Co Polaris Shipping Co Tri Marine Group Thalassic Tuna Team Forever Oceans Corporation Assa Compañia de Seguros British Marine P&I Club Mapfre Melones Oil Terminal The Britannia Steamship Insurance Association The Steamship Mutual Underwriting Association UK P&I Club Tokyo Marine & Nichido Fire Insurance Co. North of England P&I Club Maersk Line The American P&I Club The West of England Ship Owners Mutual Insurance Association CMA-CGM World Fuel Services Corporation Korea Line Corporation KSS Line
Lawyers
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Leading associates
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Practice head
Juan David Morgan Jr.; Jazmina Rovi