Lawyers

Carola Uva

Carola Uva

Fichte & Co., United Arab Emirates

Work Department

Maritime Law, Ship Finance, ship sales & purchase, Ports and terminals development and operation

Position

Associate

Career

Carola is an esteemed Associate at the non-contentious shipping department of Fichte & Co. Armed with a law degree from Universita’ Cattolica of Milan (Italy) and membership in the Milan Bar Association, she brings a wealth of legal expertise to her role.

Before joining Fichte & Co., Carola honed her skills at a prestigious Italian law firm specializing in maritime law and shipping. Her professional journey has seen her emerge as an expert in shipping transactions, specializing in ship sale and purchase processes from both sellers’ and buyers’ perspectives. Carola also excels in providing escrow agent services to clients, ensuring secure and seamless transactions.

Collaborating closely with her team, Carola assists clients in drafting and reviewing various documents crucial to shipping transactions, including MOAs, delivery documents, and escrow agreements. Her meticulous approach ensures that transactions proceed smoothly and securely, offering clients peace of mind throughout the process.

Carola's expertise extends beyond transactional matters to encompass international maritime arbitration. She has been instrumental in handling numerous charterparty disputes referred to arbitration in London under the LMAA rules. Her adept navigation of complex legal issues demonstrates her commitment to securing favorable outcomes for clients.

With her profound understanding of Italian legal principles and her status as an Italian lawyer, Carola provides invaluable insights and guidance to clients operating within both domestic and international legal frameworks. Her dedication to delivering exceptional legal services has earned her recognition as a trusted advisor in the maritime industry.

Languages

English, Italian