The shipping industry is of vital importance to the United Arab Emirates, given its strategic position along major maritime routes. As such, maritime disputes are fairly significant in the region. This article presents a selection of key lawyers who specialize in maritime dispute resolution within the UAE. These lawyers have acquired substantial recognition for their proficiency and expertise in handling a wide range of shipping-related disputes.
Dispute resolution in shipping encompasses a plethora of contentious issues, including those related to collisions, sanctions, insurance claims, damages claims, as well as charter party and trade finance disputes. All of these issues are frequently dealt with by the featured lawyers.
The shipping dispute resolution lawyers listed below have been selected based on their experience, successful track record, and reputation within the industry. Each lawyer has honed their skills and knowledge over many years of practice, dealing with complex issues and disputes, and representing different types of clients ranging from ship owners to financial institutions.
Richard Strub (HFW)
Richard Strub heads the Middle East commodities team within HFW. He is highly skilled in managing contentious shipping matters, particularly disputes involving collisions. He represents an impressive list of clients, including shipping companies and financial institutions.
Adrian Chadwick (Hadef & Partners)
Adrian Chadwick from Hadef & Partners has a notable depth of experience in shipping litigation and arbitration. He works with clients from various sectors, particularly from the finance and energy sectors and handles a myriad of contentious matters.
Natalie Jensen (Ince)
Natalie Jensen of Ince has been making waves in the market due to her growing reputation. She is a highly regarded shipping disputes lawyer who recently provided advice on sanctions and collisions.
Robert Lawrence (HFW)
Robert Lawrence joined HFW after leaving Clyde & Co in September 2022. Known for his expertise in handling shipping disputes, Robert works with a variety of clients including ship owners, P&I clubs and financial institutions.
Jasmin Fichte (Fichte & Co)
Jasmin Fichte is a respected authority in shipping and maritime disputes. Her proficiency extends to handling insurance claims, showcasing her diverse range of skills.
Yaman Al Hawamdeh (HFW)
Yaman Al Hawamdeh leads HFW’s shipping team and specializes in shipping disputes. He often advises on casualty matters in his practice.
Rania Tadros (Stephenson Harwood Middle East LLP)
Rania Tadros, the Dubai managing partner of Stephenson Harwood since April 2022, is an esteemed shipping lawyer. Known to represent numerous clients in a multitude of shipping-related disputes, her expertise spans both arbitration and litigation.
Wesley Wood (Al Tamimi & Company)
Wesley Wood is renowned for his extensive experience in contentious shipping matters. He advises on various issues including ship arrests, charter party and trade finance disputes. Wesley brings added value being proficient in handling bunker claims and the enforcement of arbitral awards and foreign judgments.
Mohamed El Hawawy (Ince)
Mohamed El Hawawy, the joint managing partner of Ince’s Dubai office, handles a wide array of disputes arising out of collisions and damages claims. His contentious shipping practice is notable in the industry.
Omar Omar (Al Tamimi & Company)
Al Tamimi’s Omar Omar leads the firm’s transport and insurance practice and focuses mostly on disputes work within these sectors. He has an extensive shipping practice, handling cases stemming from sale and purchase agreements, sanctions and damages claims.
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