HFW is one of the leading firms in the Middle East shipping sector, advising clients across a broad range of maritime matters. The firm represents a diverse range of clients, including shipowners, charterers, P&I clubs, underwriters, governments, and maritime operators. Yaman Al Hawamdeh leads the firm’s Arabic shipping litigation team, handling complex shipping disputes across the region. Richard Strub also focuses his practice on contentious matters. Tien Tai leads on major transactional matters in the region, while Rob Lawrence focuses on offshore shipping, marine insurance, and complex maritime casualties. Ian Chung advises on mergers, acquisitions, and financing in the maritime and private equity sectors.
Testimonials
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‘Tien Tai is a stand-out in the transactional and financing shipping sector. He is one of the few specialist shipping finance lawyers based in the UAE and is a pleasure to deal with. ’
‘HFW is very experienced in the marine and shipping industry.’
Key clients
- Al Seer Marine
- Gulf Drilling International Limited