Shipping

The shipping sector is marked by substantial volatility and enormous opportunity. Reed Smith lawyers help you prepare for both.

The shipping and offshore industry is experiencing dramatic change as it keeps pace with new financing sources, ever-increasing regulation, competitive pressures, and the adoption of new technologies and working practices.

A track record of advising clients for nearly a century has given Reed Smith an unparalleled understanding of business operations and challenges, as well as strong connections and excellent working relationships across the industry. We offer technical and commercial advice across a full spectrum of shipping disputes, transactions, and regulatory issues. Our global shipping team includes finance, commercial, litigation, and arbitration lawyers who have decades of shipping experience, as well as seafarers and Master Mariners, giving us unrivaled insight. 

Whether you are looking at financing or restructuring options, dealing with a marine casualty, negotiating freight terms, navigating a cargo claim or charter problem, managing a shipbuilding or yachting dispute, encountering a sanctions or regulatory issue, or facing another shipping-related roadblock, our lawyers can help you find a swift solution.

No matter the complexity or jurisdiction of the issue, our global network of highly experienced shipping practitioners will chart a course of action that best serves your business’s interests, investments, and future. 

“What distinguishes Reed Smith is their unique combination of deep sector-specific knowledge, commercial awareness and strategic thinking.”

Chambers UK, Shipping

“They are very good at handling the cases that are just that bit bigger and need significant resourcing.”

Chambers UK, Shipping

“Reed Smith's lawyers are familiar with international laws. They understand the culture and customs of clients, providing effective legal services to famous shipping companies.” 

Chambers Greater China Region, Shipping Litigation (International Firms)

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