Business Details
34 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Maritime & International Trade Law Experts in London
Established in 1992, Jackson Parton is a specialist marine and international trade law practice based in London. Our team of eleven fee-earners, including five partners, combines extensive expertise with a commercial approach to deliver high-quality legal solutions. We serve a diverse client base, including UK public limited companies, Lloyds, P&I Clubs, and global shipping firms. Our commitment to excellence, speed of response, and reasonable fees has earned us recognition as a leading firm in maritime law.We maintain strong international relationships and offer tailored advice on wet and dry marine law, commodity disputes, and insurance litigation. Our partners work collaboratively, drawing on cross-disciplinary experience to meet client needs promptly. We pride ourselves on providing clear, honest legal counsel and maintaining a client-centric approach to all matters.
Services
Marine Law
Arbitration
Cargo Claims
Shipping Disputes
International Trade
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in maritime and trade law.
- Our team includes five partners with specialist expertise in shipping disputes.
- We provide 24/7 emergency legal support for urgent matters.
- Our client-focused approach ensures tailored solutions for complex cases.
- We maintain global partnerships for seamless international legal support.
Associations and certifications
- Legal 500
What people say
Profound experience in international trade law
Quick turnaround of questions
Clear and honest advice
Strong partner engagement
Excellent understanding of shipping law
Services
Marine Law
Jackson Parton provides expert legal counsel on maritime disputes, including collisions, groundings, and salvage cases. Our team handles hull and machinery claims, unsafe port disputes, and shipbuilding contracts. We represent clients in court and arbitration, ensuring compliance with international maritime regulations.
Arbitration
We specialise in maritime arbitration under LMAA, Gafta, and ICC rules. Our lawyers advise on charterparty disputes, cargo claims, and commodity trade conflicts. We combine legal expertise with strategic negotiation to achieve favourable outcomes for clients in complex international cases.
Cargo Claims
Our firm handles cargo damage, loss, and delay claims under bills of lading and charterparty agreements. We assist clients with insurance recovery, general average, and pollution incident liabilities. We provide swift resolution through litigation or settlement negotiations.
Shipping Disputes
Jackson Parton resolves disputes involving vessel collisions, performance claims, and bunker quality issues. We represent shipowners, charterers, and insurers in court proceedings and alternative dispute resolution, focusing on minimising financial and reputational risks for clients.
International Trade
We advise on international sale of goods contracts, commodity trading, and trade finance. Our expertise includes steel, coal, and agricultural produce disputes. We ensure compliance with Incoterms and resolve cross-border payment and delivery conflicts efficiently.
People
Nick Parton
Partner
Specialises in hull and cargo claims, P&I insurance, and international sale of goods disputes. Fluent in French, with extensive experience in High Court advocacy and urgent injunctions.
Nils Dahl-Nielsen
Partner
Focuses on charterparty disputes, marine insurance, and maritime arbitration. Provides expert advice on piracy-related issues and defence work for shipping clients.
Andrew Patrinos
Partner
Expert in marine law and commodity trading, with a track record in steel, coal, and agricultural produce disputes. Handles shipbuilding contracts and bunker quality claims.
Jonathan Clyne
Partner
Specialises in collisions, salvage, and unsafe port claims. Experienced in shipbuilding disputes, engine damage claims, and charterparty litigation.
Alex Askew
Partner
Focuses on shipping and trade dispute resolution, including Gafta and LMAA arbitrations. Handles charterparty disputes and complex international sale of goods cases.
Questions
What areas of law does Jackson Parton specialise in?
We specialise in maritime law, international trade, shipping disputes, arbitration, and commercial contracts.
Do you offer 24/7 legal support?
Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency legal support for urgent maritime and trade-related matters.
What is your client base?
We serve UK public companies, Lloyds, P&I Clubs, shipping firms, and commodity houses globally.
Are fixed fees available?
Fixed fees are offered for initial advice and LMAA Small Claims Arbitrations on a case-by-case basis.
