
SHIPPING
Trusted Choice
HWP offers the full range of legal services for the sophisticated shipping industry. Our lawyers handle everything from vessel acquisitions and financing to charter negotiations and casualty disputes. Leveraging a global network, we advise clients on structured ship finance, international charters, regulatory compliance (from environmental rules to maritime liens) and more. No matter how complex the maritime challenge, our team delivers specialized, industry-oriented counsel.
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Related Practices
- Ship Financing & Restructuring
- Admiralty Law & Cargo Claims
- Marine Environmental Compliance
- Port Operations & Terminal Agreements
- Marine Insurance Disputes
- Sanctions Navigation
- Crew Welfare & Maritime Labor Convention (MLC) Compliance
- Arbitration (LMAA, SMA, SCMA Proceedings)

Serving Your Interests
HWP’s track record in shipping law is deep. We have successfully guided a shipping company through complex financing restructure in response to changing market conditions. By providing strategic legal support and innovative solutions, we enabled the client to enhance operational efficiency and secure necessary liquidity. International shipowners, charterers and financiers rely on us to keep their vessels sailing smoothly, even through the roughest legal waters.