Preston Turnbull

Partner

Tom acts on all aspects of marine and international trade litigation and international arbitration, covering dry shipping and ship/yacht building, in particular. Tom acts for some of the largest shipping and mining companies in the world, as well as on high value and complex disputes in the shipbuilding and offshore construction industry.

Tom is particularly known as one of the leading litigators in Shipbuilding, Offshore Construction and Superyacht Building disputes.  He acts regularly for many of the largest shipbuilding companies around the world, from South Korean shipyards to European superyacht builders, as well as Owners with significant newbuild investment and projects.

Tom has acted in some of the leading High Court cases on shipbuilding projects, including "The Star Polaris" on shipbuilding warranty claims and "Adyard v Serco" on project delay.

Tom Kelly is an excellent lawyer and very skilled at handling clients.’ Legal 500 2025

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