Reed Smith LLP

The transportation team at Reed Smith LLP has a global reach, leveraging its network to act on matters spanning the Marshall Islands to the UAE. The group has experience advising on matters involving the US Jones Act, alongside supporting clients in navigating current US tariffs. New York’s Han Deng is the first port of call for shipowners, operators, and financial institutions due to her experience in complex financing matters and advising in financial compliance matters. Working alongside her in New York is Alice Colarossi, who undertakes a range of work in financing vessels, M&A transactions involving shipping companies, and the chartering of vessels. John McWilliams acts from Tysons and is well-versed in handling commercial agreements, including vendor and supplier contracts and structuring partnerships. Rounding out the team in New York is Josephine Chang, who is a key name for asset and equipment finance transactions. Richard Hakes leads the team from London.