Advokatfirman Vinge’s leading maritime and transport law department advises a wide range of clients, including domestic and foreign shipping companies as well as major P&I Clubs and other insurers, on contentious and non-contentious matters. The Gothenburg-based team is well known for its expertise in sea transport and port-related work. With considerable experience advising domestic and international clients on transactional matters as well as in litigation and arbitration proceedings, Michele Fara leads the practice. Ninos Aho, who was promoted to partner in January 2023, has over a decade of international shipping experience, and senior associate Paula Bäckdén handles all aspects of maritime and transport law, including insurance and cargo damages claims. Anders Leissner, who specialises in international trade issues in the shipping sector, also plays a key role in the team.

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‘Vinge seems to completely lack weak links, but a couple of individuals stand out. Paula Bäckdén is a star; her expertise is world-class. Her complementing qualities of being attentive and humble make her a superstar in Sweden. Michele Fara is another talent that must be mentioned, with incredible knowledge and broad experience!'
‘Without a doubt Anders Leissner is a standout within the group. His knowledge of EU sanctions and relationships within the maritime community is unmatched. He is also incredibly responsive, which is even more impressive given the onslaught of sanctions work.'
‘Paula Bäckdén is a very knowledgeable and skilled shipping lawyer. She has a broad knowledge of the shipping industry and its legal peculiarities, and she is very quick to think on her feet.’
‘Michele Fara and Paula Bäckdén are knowledgeable, professional and have a good business-oriented approach to legal advice.’
‘The team has strong legal skills and vast expertise in the area. They provide exquisite attention to clients and colleagues. A highly recommended firm and lawyers.’
‘A competent and diverse team with great skills and knowledge, including an ability to think outside the box in their search for answers, an ability to listen, to communicate in a simple and understandable way, and to adapt to situations.'
'They understand the shipping industry and associated business problems and are solution oriented.'
‘Advokatfirman Vinge is the go-to firm when it comes to all kinds of transport law in the Nordics. Their expertise in the field is simply unparalleled.'