Tom also advises on wider shipping law matters, including: compliance with marine regulations; ship management (including ISM and ISPS related matters); port state control; speed and performance disputes; bunker disputes; marine insurance; and issues concerning superyachts.

Prior to becoming a lawyer, Tom spent 10 years at sea and sailed as Chief Officer. He sailed primarily on commercial vessels (large passenger vessels and freight ro-ro cargo vessels) and also on some of the world's largest superyachts. He subsequently spent four years ashore as a marine superintendent, as part of a team managing a fleet of 60 ships and superyachts operating worldwide.