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Shipping & Maritime

The Shipping and Maritime Law sector with all of its quirks, is one of the most fundamental industries to the UK economy (for prosperity and security – according to gov.uk), and internationally too.

Fighting Shipping & Maritime Law fraud

Shipping law is a complex and ever-evolving field that presents a range of legal challenges.

Tenet is the only niche law firm in its field outside of London and we provide our clients with an unparalleled in-depth understanding of the risks associated with the maritime industry.

Our team of experienced professionals have successfully handled a wide range of domestic and international arbitration and litigation cases, including complex and high-profile matters. Our expertise and knowledge within the shipping sector helps our clients anticipate and respond to potential disputes with greater confidence.

Our Lawyers can support you and your business with a range of Dry Shipping issues (contractual
and commercial matters) including:

  • Dispute resolution including arbitration,
    litigation, mediation and negotiations
  • Advising and drafting commercial contracts (including specific charterparties)
  • Marine insurance
  • Vessel, cargo and logistics matters

We can also assist with Wet Shipping matters (incidents at sea, such as: piracy, collisions, salvage, wrecks, or other misadventures).

To find out how we can help please give us a call or email us.

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Our expertise

We represent both claimants and respondents / defendants and can service all values of work, including those claims where resource and cost may be problematic.

Our lawyers bring together experience from a variety of sectors including shipping, finance, manufacturing and engineering.

We act under the rules of major Arbitration Institutions, including ICC, LCIA, LMAA and UNCITRAL, etc.

Who can we help?
Owners | Operators | Governments | Commodity Traders | Insurers | Underwriters | Brokers | P&I Clubs | Ship Yards and more…

Our team of Lawyers provide a tailored dispute resolution strategy, and assist you with working towards the best outcome to meet your commercial objectives. Irrespective of the complexity of the claim we can support you at every stage. From drafting contracts, and advising on law / procedures, right the way through to initiating settlement, and organising any hearings, award challenges, enforcement, and more. Our global contacts across the legal / shipping sector can provide additional support if legal advice is required outside of Tenet’s jurisdiction.

Tell us how we can support you

We help businesses every day navigate their way around financial fraud and compliance.