Stephenson Harwood has a distinguished track record in representing Korean global corporations, international banks, insurance companies, and shipbuilding and trading firms in onshore and offshore disputes. Michael Kim co-heads the team and brings extensive experience in shipping, ship finance, and commercial litigation as well as expertise in ADR, advising on charter parties, shipbuilding, and offshore construction contracts. Stuart Burrell specialises in high-value dispute resolution and international arbitration while Stuart Beadnall is a leading expert in shipping and energy, focusing on contract negotiations in offshore oil, gas and shipbuilding. Newly promoted partner Matthew Seah acts for both financiers and shipowners on a broad range of projects, including syndicated and bilateral financings, ECA-backed financings and sustainability-linked loans.
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  • ‘Attention to individual detail, constant and dependable availability, and good contacts within the industry to assist litigation.'

  • ‘Speciality and depth of knowledge in law and practice, persistence in pursuing goals and a client-friendly attitude.’

  • ‘Michael Kim can advise on most shipping and maritime issues with the best quality.'

  • ‘Stephenson Harwood is well known to Korean clients for its shipping, shipbuilding, international trade and construction practices. They have extensive experience and expertise in the shipping and shipbuilding industry, and they also know the Korean market well. Stephenson Harwood LLP has been, and will be, the international law firm connecting the Korean market with the UK legal tribunals.’

  • ‘Michael Kim thoroughly knows the shipping and shipbuilding industry as well as the Korean market. Based on his experiences and expertise, Mr Kim understands the client’s needs well and provides effective and practical solutions. Mr Kim is always ready and willing to assist and satisfy clients' needs, which can be urgent at times. Stuart Burrell is also well-recognised in the Korean market for his devotion to Korean clients.’

  • ‘They are well aware of the practical strengths and weaknesses of Korean shipping companies and shipyards. Based on this understanding, they are skilled in developing response strategies.’

  • ‘Michael Kim had experience in sailing before becoming a lawyer, and it is difficult to find someone who knows Korea's shipping practices and Korean corporate culture better than him through his long career as a lawyer.’

Kernmandanten

  • Hyundai Heavy Industries Co., Ltd
  • Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering
  • Korea Line Corporation
  • Hanwha General Insurance Co Ltd
  • The Import-Export Bank of Korea
  • KB Insurance Co., Ltd
  • Chevron International Pte Ltd
  • The Standard Club
  • HJ Shipbuilding & Construction Co., Ltd
  • Hyundai Merchant Marine

Highlight-Mandate

  • Advised HJ Shipbuilding & Construction Co., Ltd in a Singapore High Court case, defending a US$32m claim.

Anwält*innen

Führende Partner*innen

Die stärksten Partner*innen ihres Praxisbereichs, die eine führende Rolle in signifikanten Mandaten einnehmen und weitreichende Anerkennung unter Wettbewerbern und Mandanten genießen.

Praxisleitung

Michael Kim; Rania Tadros; Dora Mace-Kokota; Daryll Ng; Gregg Johnston

Weitere Kernanwält*innen

Stuart Burrell; Stuart Beadnall; Sean Gibbons; Matthew Seah