Fichte & Co.

Shipping

Partner

Ravi is a distinguished legal expert specializing in maritime law, currently serving as the Partner and Head of the Shipping Department (Contentious) at Fichte & Co. With an LLM in Maritime Law from the University of Southampton, Ravi has carved a niche in highly specialized areas such as marine insurance, carriage of goods by sea, and international trade law. His deep-rooted family ties in the international trading community have provided him with a unique perspective and an intuitive understanding of the complexities involved in global trade and maritime matters.

Before joining Fichte & Co, Ravi led the insurance department at a top offshore construction company in Abu Dhabi. In this role, he was responsible for overseeing a broad range of contentious insurance matters, further cementing his reputation as an authority in dispute resolution. His earlier experience with leading international litigation law firms in Mumbai saw him handling complex, high-stakes disputes, honing his expertise in arbitration and litigation.

Under his leadership, Fichte & Co's Shipping Department has experienced significant growth, both in terms of diversifying its services and strengthening its ability to handle high-value international arbitrations. Ravi has a proven track record of navigating contentious and non-contentious arbitrations, resolving multifaceted disputes involving major corporate and individual clients. His expertise spans all types of charter parties, insurance disputes, bills of lading issues, and intricate international trade disputes, often involving multi-jurisdictional complexities across the UAE and GCC.

A recognized figure in the legal community, Ravi regularly represents clients in high-profile, multifaceted cases across shipping, trade, commercial, commodities, and business sectors. His strategic insight and negotiation skills make him an invaluable asset in resolving disputes through litigation, arbitration, or alternative dispute resolution forums. Whether it’s handling a multi-million-dollar shipping arbitration or advising on intricate cargo claims, Ravi’s practical approach, combined with his in-depth legal knowledge, ensures successful outcomes for his clients.

Ravi’s memberships and accreditations include the Institute of Chartered Brokers (London), a Postgraduate Diploma from the Narottam Morarjee Institute of Shipping (Mumbai), the Bar Council of Maharashtra & Goa, and the English Law Society. His qualifications, coupled with his practical experience, make him a leading authority in his field.

In addition to his client-focused work, Ravi is actively involved in mentoring younger professionals within the firm, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning. His contributions have helped establish Fichte & Co as one of the leading maritime law firms in the region, particularly known for its ability to tackle complex, cross-border legal challenges.

English, Hindi and Gujarati

Institute of Chartered Brokers (London), Bar Council of Maharashtra & Goa and the English Law Society.

Area of Expertise:

· Maritime Law

· Marine Insurance

· International Trade

· Commodity Finance

· Shipping Litigation and Arbitration

B.Com, LLB, LLM (Southampton), PGDSM, MICS