Winston & Strawn LLP

The team at Winston & Strawn LLP combines strong litigation and regulatory practice with broad experience in shipping finance deals, representing both domestic and international entities in various vessel-related transactions. The team leverages extensive experience in Jones Act matters, notably financing and foreign investments in Jones Act vessels and companies, as well as offering a dedicated project finance team to handle complex maritime deals and projects. In Washington DC, Charlie Papavizas chairs the firm’s marine and admiralty practice, representing leading US and foreign vessel owners and operators, private equity, commercial banks and other financial institutions. A significant mandate involves advising Maersk Offshore Wind in a joint venture with Edison Chouest Offshore for the construction and operation of a windfarm feeder concept, including Jones Act-compliant tugs and barges, to be delivered in 2026. Bryant Gardner handles maritime government contract negotiations and disputes, alongside US flag program and Jones Act compliance matters.