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• HFW further strengthens global construction practice with Singapore partner hire
  26/05/2023
  Read more about HFW further strengthens global construction practice with Singapore partner hire
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has continued to grow its international construction practice with the hire of Helen Lee. Helen joins from international contractor SK Ecoplant, an affiliate of SK, South Korea's second largest conglomerate, where she was General Counsel and Head of Global Legal (Vice President). Helen will join HFW in Singapore, after completion of local regulatory approvals.
• HFW Continues To Strengthen Leading Aerospace Offering With Return Of Senior Regulatory And Disputes Expert
  15/05/2023
  Read more about HFW Continues To Strengthen Leading Aerospace Offering With Return Of Senior Regulatory And Disputes Expert
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has continued to strengthen its leading global aerospace practice with the hire of senior partner Peter Coles. Aerospace  London  Hong Kong 
• HFW continues Australia growth with hire of leading Employment partner in Perth
  15/05/2023
  Read more about HFW continues Australia growth with hire of leading Employment partner in Perth
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW is expanding its Australian Employment practice with the hire of Partner, Simon Billing. Simon is recognised as one of the leading specialist industrial relations, safety and employment law solicitors in Perth.
• HFW advises China sunrise on a main board listing application
  11/05/2023
  Read more about HFW advises China sunrise on a main board listing application
  

  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW advised China Sunrise in their role as sole sponsor for Lesi Group Limited's Main Board listing application. Corporate  Financial Institutions 

• HFW Cooperation Firm Merges To Create Brazil's Largest Insurance Law Boutique
  02/05/2023
  Read more about HFW Cooperation Firm Merges To Create Brazil's Largest Insurance Law Boutique
  HFW cooperation firm Costa & Albino Sociedade de Advogados (CAL) has merged with DR&A Advogados to create Brazil's top insurance and reinsurance law firm. Aerospace  Insurance & Reinsurance  Latin America 
• HFW continues to grow global construction practice with hire of Melbourne partner
  01/05/2023
  Read more about HFW continues to grow global construction practice with hire of Melbourne partner
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW is expanding its construction and commercial litigation practice with the hire of Partner Ken Hickman in Melbourne. Ken re-joins HFW from Jones Day, having previously worked as an associate in the firm's Singapore office 10 years ago. 
• HFW Boosts Global Construction Practice With Middle East Partner Hire
  27/04/2023
  Read more about HFW Boosts Global Construction Practice With Middle East Partner Hire
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has boosted its construction practice with the hire of Slava Kiryushin in Dubai. Construction  Dubai  Middle East 
• HFW Continues Global Insurance Growth With Further London Partner Hire
  17/04/2023
  Read more about HFW Continues Global Insurance Growth With Further London Partner Hire
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has continued to expand its leading insurance offering with the hire of senior partner Mark Meyer. Insurance & Reinsurance  London 
• HFW recognised as a leading firm in The Legal 500 EMEA 2023
  13/04/2023
  Read more about HFW recognised as a leading firm in The Legal 500 EMEA 2023
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has once again been recognised as a leading firm in the newly released 2023 edition of The Legal 500 EMEA, a guide to the region's best lawyers and law firms. Aerospace  Construction  Insurance & Reinsurance  Shipping  Dispute Resolution  Corporate  Finance  Paris  Brussels  Geneva  Piraeus  Dubai  Riyadh  Abu Dhabi  Kuwait  Middle East 
• HFW named ESG Firm of the Year at the Asia Legal Awards
  03/04/2023
  Read more about HFW named ESG Firm of the Year at the Asia Legal Awards
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has been named ESG Firm of the Year at the Asia Legal Awards 2023. Singapore  Sustainability in Finance  SUSTAINABILITY HUB 
• HFW announces 14 new Senior Associates across core sectors
  22/03/2023
  Read more about HFW announces 14 new Senior Associates across core sectors
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has announced the promotion of 14 new senior associates, effective 1 April 2023. Shipping  Insurance & Reinsurance  Commodities  Aerospace  Construction  Corporate  Paris  Melbourne  London  Dubai  Singapore  Monaco  Hong Kong  Sydney  Geneva 
• HFW advises AIK Banka on €280m acquisition of Eurobank Direktna
  10/03/2023
  Read more about HFW advises AIK Banka on €280m acquisition of Eurobank Direktna
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW advised AIK Banka on its €280m acquisition of Eurobank Direktna. Finance  Corporate  London 
• HFW continues growth with partner and legal director promotions
  07/03/2023
  Read more about HFW continues growth with partner and legal director promotions
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has announced the promotion of four new partners and five new legal directors, effective 1 April 2023. Aerospace  Shipping  Commodities  Corporate  Commercial  Insurance & Reinsurance  London  Brussels  Abu Dhabi  Paris 
• HFW Supports NGO On Development Of Geneva Declaration On Human Rights At Sea
  24/02/2023
  Read more about HFW Supports NGO On Development Of Geneva Declaration On Human Rights At Sea
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has continued to support the development of a new Geneva Declaration designed to define and defend the human rights of the global maritime population and those crossing the world's oceans and seas. Shipping 
• HFW recognised as a leading firm in Chambers Global 2023
  17/02/2023
  Read more about HFW recognised as a leading firm in Chambers Global 2023
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has once again been recognised as a leading firm in the newly released 2023 edition of Chambers Global, a guide to the world's best lawyers and law firms. Shipping  Insurance & Reinsurance  Finance  Dispute Resolution 
• HFW advises banks on circa €615 million Stena financing
  15/02/2023
  Read more about HFW advises banks on circa €615 million Stena financing
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has advised the mandated lead arrangers and coordinating bookrunners on a secured €515 million (with an uncommitted accordion option of up to €100 million) revolving credit and US$100 million standby facility for Swedish shipowner Stena AB. Finance 
• HFW advises Lestari Capital on $1b Rimba Collective Deal
  01/02/2023
  Read more about HFW advises Lestari Capital on $1b Rimba Collective Deal
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has advised Lestari Capital on a US$1 billion deal to help establish the Rimba Collective, an initiative with the aim of protecting and restoring over 500,000 hectares of forest in Southeast Asia over 25 years, starting in Indonesia. Commodities  Asia Pacific  Singapore  SUSTAINABILITY HUB  Sustainability in Finance 
• Data: HFW Top Firm For Commercial Litigation In English High Court
  23/01/2023
  Read more about Data: HFW Top Firm For Commercial Litigation In English High Court
  Independent data reveals that HFW handled more commercial litigation in the English Commercial Court than any other law firm over the past eight years – both by number of cases and days in court. Dispute Resolution  London 
• HFW has advised the Democratic Republic of Congo
  23/01/2023
  Read more about HFW has advised the Democratic Republic of Congo
  HFW has advised the Democratic Republic of Congo in relation to a complex joint venture to create Primera Gold DRC and Primera Metals DRC. Corporate 
• HFW recognised in Chambers Greater China 2023
  16/01/2023
  Read more about HFW recognised in Chambers Greater China 2023
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has again been recognised as a leading firm in Chambers Greater China 2023, which highlights the region's top lawyers and law firms. Asia Pacific  Hong Kong  Shanghai 
• HFW Continues To Expand Global Transactional Offering With Paris Partner Hire
  13/01/2023
  Read more about HFW Continues To Expand Global Transactional Offering With Paris Partner Hire
  Global law firm HFW has continued to expand its transactional offering with the hire of corporate partner Thomas Forin in Paris. Corporate  Finance  Paris 
• HFW recognised as a leading law firm in the Legal 500 Asia-Pacific 2023
  12/01/2023
  Read more about HFW recognised as a leading law firm in the Legal 500 Asia-Pacific 2023
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has been recognised as a leading firm in The Legal 500 Asia-Pacific 2023, which highlights the region's top lawyers and law firms. The firm achieved 30 individual and practice rankings across the region, which includes offices across Hong Kong, Melbourne, Perth, Singapore and Sydney. Asia Pacific  Sydney  Perth  Melbourne  Singapore  Hong Kong 
• HFW Advises Westford In Successful Trade Credit Insurance Dispute
  10/01/2023
  Read more about HFW Advises Westford In Successful Trade Credit Insurance Dispute
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW advised Westford Limited in its successful Kuala Lumpur High Court case against Archipelago Insurance Limited. Insurance & Reinsurance  Dispute Resolution  Geneva  Dubai 
• HFW recognised in Chambers Asia-Pacific 2023
  16/12/2022
  Read more about HFW recognised in Chambers Asia-Pacific 2023
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has once again been recognised as a leading firm in the release of the Chambers Asia-Pacific Guide 2023, which ranks top lawyers and law firms across Australia and Singapore. Asia Pacific  Australia  Singapore  Hong Kong  Shanghai  Melbourne  Sydney  Perth 
• HFW Re-Elects Managing Partner Jeremy Shebson To Second Term
  15/12/2022
  Read more about HFW Re-Elects Managing Partner Jeremy Shebson To Second Term
  HFW's Jeremy Shebson has been re-elected to serve a second four-year term as Managing Partner of the global, sector-focused law firm, effective 1 April 2023. London 
• HFW acts for BVI provisional liquidators in contested Hong Kong recognition proceedings
  07/12/2022
  Read more about HFW acts for BVI provisional liquidators in contested Hong Kong recognition proceedings
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has secured an important judgment for BVI provisional liquidators in the latest development in the Hong Kong Court's reassessment of its approach to recognition of overseas liquidators (Re RZ3262019 Limited [2022] HKCFI 3602). Dispute Resolution  Fraud and Insolvency  BVI  Hong Kong 
• Nationalisation risk - Will host countries hedge their bets between Article 6 and the Voluntary Carbon Markets?
  05/12/2022
  Read more about Nationalisation risk - Will host countries hedge their bets between Article 6 and the Voluntary Carbon Markets?
  COP27 has affirmed the view that country authorisation frameworks are a critical issue in making Article 6 markets operational. Energy  Commodities  SUSTAINABILITY HUB  Sustainability in Energy Transition  Singapore  Asia Pacific 
• HFW Continues Global Insurance Growth With Hire Of Corporate, Regulatory Expert In London
  05/12/2022
  Read more about HFW Continues Global Insurance Growth With Hire Of Corporate, Regulatory Expert In London
  Global, sector-focused law firm has boosted its leading global insurance offering with the hire of senior partner Bob Haken. Insurance & Reinsurance  London 
• HFW's Jean Koh Named Among Most Influential People In Shipping Industry
  30/11/2022
  Read more about HFW's Jean Koh Named Among Most Influential People In Shipping Industry
  HFW shipping partner Jean Koh has been named by Lloyd's List as one of the 100 most influential people in the maritime industry and one of the market’s top 10 lawyers globally. Shipping  London 
• HFW once again recognised in Legal 500's 2023 China guide
  29/11/2022
  Read more about HFW once again recognised in Legal 500's 2023 China guide
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has once again been ranked as a leading firm in The Legal 500 Asia Pacific China Guide, which recognises the best law firms in China. Shipping  Dispute Resolution  Shanghai  Asia Pacific 
• HFW Ranked Again By The Times As One Of The UK's Top Maritime Practices
  28/11/2022
  Read more about HFW Ranked Again By The Times As One Of The UK's Top Maritime Practices
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has again been ranked by The Times as one of the UK's top maritime practices. Shipping  London 
• HFW Continues To Help BIMCO Prepare Shipping Industry For Decarbonisation
  21/11/2022
  Read more about HFW Continues To Help BIMCO Prepare Shipping Industry For Decarbonisation
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has continued to help BIMCO draft a series of industry standard clauses to prepare the shipping industry for decarbonisation, ahead of the implementation of complex new carbon intensity (CII) regulations that will significantly impact the future operation of vessels worldwide. Shipping  London  SUSTAINABILITY HUB  Sustainability in transport 
• HFW Ranked By The Times As One Of The UK's Top Construction Law Practices
  17/11/2022
  Read more about HFW Ranked By The Times As One Of The UK's Top Construction Law Practices
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has been ranked by The Times as one of the UK's top construction practices. Construction  London 
• HFW Ranked By The Times As One Of The UK's Top Commercial Disputes Practices
  15/11/2022
  Read more about HFW Ranked By The Times As One Of The UK's Top Commercial Disputes Practices
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has been ranked by The Times as one of the UK's top commercial disputes practices. Dispute Resolution 
• HFW continues growth in Australia with hire of Real Estate and Projects Partner
  14/11/2022
  Read more about HFW continues growth in Australia with hire of Real Estate and Projects Partner
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW is expanding its Real Estate and Projects practice with the hire of property lawyer Morgen Kerry. Morgen joins HFW in Sydney. Projects  Australia  Sydney 
• HFW Ranked By The Times Among UK'S Best Law Firms
  07/11/2022
  Read more about HFW Ranked By The Times Among UK'S Best Law Firms
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has again been ranked by The Times among the UK's best law firms, for commercial disputes, construction, and maritime. Construction  Shipping  Dispute Resolution  London 
• HFW partners with Shook Lin & Bok LLP to advise the World Bank, the Government of Singapore and IETA on the establishment of the Climate Action Data Trust
  28/10/2022
  Read more about HFW partners with Shook Lin & Bok LLP to advise the World Bank, the Government of Singapore and IETA on the establishment of the Climate Action Data Trust
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW, in collaboration with local Singapore law firm Shook Lin & Bok LLP (SLB), is advising the World Bank, the Government of Singapore and The International Emissions Trading Association (IETA) on the establishment of the Climate Action Data (CAD) Trust, a decentralised metadata system that can link, aggregate and harmonise all major carbon market registry data. Commodities  Singapore  Asia Pacific 
• HFW Advises Abu Dhabi Listed Company On Multi-Jurisdictional Maritime JV
  24/10/2022
  Read more about HFW Advises Abu Dhabi Listed Company On Multi-Jurisdictional Maritime JV
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW advised Abu Dhabi listed company Al Seer Marine Supplies and Equipment Company on its joint venture with Netherlands-based maritime company Damen Shipyards and Singapore's DTec Industries. Shipping  Corporate  Abu Dhabi  Dubai  London  Singapore  Middle East 
• HFW recognised as a leading firm in Chambers UK 2023 guide
  20/10/2022
  Read more about HFW recognised as a leading firm in Chambers UK 2023 guide
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has once again been recognised as a leading firm in the Chambers UK 2023 guide, which ranks the region's top lawyers and law firms. London  Aerospace  Construction  Commodities  Insurance & Reinsurance  Shipping 
• HFW Continues Global Disputes Growth With Hong Kong Partner Hire
  17/10/2022
  Read more about HFW Continues Global Disputes Growth With Hong Kong Partner Hire
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has continued to grow its global disputes practice with the hire of Kevin Warburton in Hong Kong. Dispute Resolution  Commodities  Hong Kong 
• HFW Helps Fund New Support Service For Ukrainian Seafarers
  07/10/2022
  Read more about HFW Helps Fund New Support Service For Ukrainian Seafarers
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has helped fund a new service providing mental health support to Ukrainian seafarers and their families. Shipping  London 
• HFW advises fast growing Australian technology company CIM In relation to its AU$10 million capital raising
  06/10/2022
  Read more about HFW advises fast growing Australian technology company CIM In relation to its AU$10 million capital raising
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has advised CIM, the creator of a world leading property operations software solution, on its AU$10 million Series A capital raising. Corporate  Commercial  Australia 
• HFW named Best Law Firm in Voluntary Carbon Market Rankings 2022
  04/10/2022
  Read more about HFW named Best Law Firm in Voluntary Carbon Market Rankings 2022
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has been named Best Law Firm in Environmental Finance's Voluntary Carbon Market Rankings 2022. Singapore  Asia Pacific  SUSTAINABILITY HUB 
• HFW achieves top-tier rankings in the 2022-23 edition of the Legal 500 UK
  29/09/2022
  Read more about HFW achieves top-tier rankings in the 2022-23 edition of the Legal 500 UK
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has once again been recognised as a leading practice in the 2022-23 edition of The Legal 500 UK, a guide to the country’s best lawyers and law firms. Working Worldwide  Insurance & Reinsurance  Shipping  Dispute Resolution  Corporate 
• HFW Continues Growth Trajectory In Australia with Hire of Shipping Partner in Perth
  27/09/2022
  Read more about HFW Continues Growth Trajectory In Australia with Hire of Shipping Partner in Perth
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has continued its growth trajectory in Australia with the hire of leading shipping lawyer, Ashwin Nair. Asia Pacific  Melbourne  Sydney  Perth  Shipping 
• HFW Launches Swiss Insurance Practice In Global Push
  15/09/2022
  Read more about HFW Launches Swiss Insurance Practice In Global Push
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has launched an on-the-ground insurance practice in Switzerland with the relocation of Shane Gibbons as it seeks to further expand its leading offering globally. Insurance & Reinsurance  Geneva 
• HFW Again Named Hong Kong Maritime Firm Of The Year
  13/09/2022
  Read more about HFW Again Named Hong Kong Maritime Firm Of The Year
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has once again been named Maritime Firm of the Year at the ALB Hong Kong Law Awards. Shipping  Hong Kong  Shanghai 
• HFW Continues London Aviation Finance Growth With Partner Hire
  12/09/2022
  Read more about HFW Continues London Aviation Finance Growth With Partner Hire
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has continued to expand its London aviation finance and leasing practice with the recruitment of Rebecca Quayle. Aerospace  Finance  London 
• HFW Hires Experienced Employment Partner To Head And Build London Practice
  05/09/2022
  Read more about HFW Hires Experienced Employment Partner To Head And Build London Practice
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has hired experienced employment partner Michelle Chance to head and build the firm's practice in London. Employment  London 
• HFW Boosts Leading Middle East Practice With Top-Ranked Dubai Shipping And Offshore Team
  22/08/2022
  Read more about HFW Boosts Leading Middle East Practice With Top-Ranked Dubai Shipping And Offshore Team
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has boosted its leading Middle East practice with the hire of top-ranked shipping and offshore marine partners Robert Lawrence and Ian Chung. Shipping  Dispute Resolution  Finance  Corporate  Dubai  Riyadh  Middle East 
• HFW Boosts London Aviation Finance And Leasing Practice With Partner Move
  28/06/2022
  Read more about HFW Boosts London Aviation Finance And Leasing Practice With Partner Move
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has boosted its London aviation finance and leasing team with the relocation of partner David Brotherton. Aerospace  Finance  London  Singapore 
• HFW Singapore Moves To New, Open Plan Office, To Reflect New Model Of Working
  20/06/2022
  Read more about HFW Singapore Moves To New, Open Plan Office, To Reflect New Model Of Working
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has relocated to a new premises in Singapore to recognise the firm's move to flexible working. Singapore 
• HFW named Law Firm of the Year in the China Business Law Awards for Aviation, Insurance and Reinsurance, and Shipping
  15/06/2022
  Read more about HFW named Law Firm of the Year in the China Business Law Awards for Aviation, Insurance and Reinsurance, and Shipping
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has been named Law Firm of the Year in three categories in China Business Law Journal's China Business Law Awards 2022: Aviation, Insurance and Reinsurance, and Shipping. Aerospace  Insurance & Reinsurance  Shipping  Shanghai 
• HFW Helps BIMCO Draft Emissions Trading Scheme Allowances Clause
  24/05/2022
  Read more about HFW Helps BIMCO Draft Emissions Trading Scheme Allowances Clause
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has helped shipping association BIMCO draft a time charterparty clause for parties to allocate costs and responsibilities for obtaining, transferring, and surrendering greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions allowances for ships operating under an emissions trading scheme (ETS). Shipping  London  SUSTAINABILITY HUB  Sustainability in transport 
• HFW Wins TXF Commodity Finance Deal Of The Year For Sustainability-Linked Facility
  16/05/2022
  Read more about HFW Wins TXF Commodity Finance Deal Of The Year For Sustainability-Linked Facility
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has won TXF's Commodity Finance Deal of the Year for its role advising Geneva-based coffee company Sucafina on a US$500 million sustainability-linked senior secured borrowing base facility. Commodities  Finance  Geneva  SUSTAINABILITY HUB 
• HFW To Move In 2023 To London's Most Sustainable Tall Office Tower
  11/05/2022
  Read more about HFW To Move In 2023 To London's Most Sustainable Tall Office Tower
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW will move in 2023 to a landmark new building at 8 Bishopsgate that will be London's most sustainable tall office tower. London 
• HFW Helps BIMCO Draft New Ship Sale And Purchase Agreement
  04/05/2022
  Read more about HFW Helps BIMCO Draft New Ship Sale And Purchase Agreement
  Global, sector-focused law firm has helped shipping association BIMCO draft a ship sale and purchase agreement that aims to make the authoring, negotiation and execution process faster, simpler and less expensive. Shipping  Corporate  London 
• HFW continues Australia Growth With Hire Of Leading Disputes Partner in Melbourne
  03/05/2022
  Read more about HFW continues Australia Growth With Hire Of Leading Disputes Partner in Melbourne
  Global, sector focused law firm HFW has continued to expand its fast-growing Australia practice with hire of leading commercial litigation and international arbitration partner, Bronwyn Lincoln. Dispute Resolution  Construction  Melbourne  Australia 
• HFW Launches China Cybersecurity And Data Law Practice With Hire From Chinese Law Firm
  13/04/2022
  Read more about HFW Launches China Cybersecurity And Data Law Practice With Hire From Chinese Law Firm
  Global, sector focused law firm HFW has continued to expand its fast-growing practice in Greater China, launching a cybersecurity and data law practice with the hire of Senior Associate Nate Rushforth. Shanghai  Asia Pacific  Data Protection  Cyber Security 
• HFW recognised as a leading firm in The Legal 500 EMEA 2022
  12/04/2022
  Read more about HFW recognised as a leading firm in The Legal 500 EMEA 2022
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has once again been recognised as a leading firm in the newly released 2022 edition of The Legal 500 EMEA, a guide to the region's best lawyers and law firms. Construction  Aerospace  Insurance & Reinsurance  Shipping  Corporate  Dispute Resolution  Finance  Commercial  Paris  Brussels  Dubai  Geneva  Riyadh  Abu Dhabi  Kuwait 
• HFW Elects Global Group Heads, Forms New Management Board
  07/04/2022
  Read more about HFW Elects Global Group Heads, Forms New Management Board
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has elected new global group heads and formed a new Management Board as it seeks to accelerate growth across its international network. Aerospace  Construction  Commodities  Energy  Insurance & Reinsurance  Shipping  Corporate  Commercial  Finance  London  Singapore  Geneva  Melbourne  Sydney  Perth  Paris  Houston  Dubai 
• HFW Continues Australia Growth With Hire Of Disputes Team Led By Former State Solicitor For Western Australia
  01/04/2022
  Read more about HFW Continues Australia Growth With Hire Of Disputes Team Led By Former State Solicitor For Western Australia
  Global, sector focused law firm HFW has continued to expand its fast-growing Australian business with the hire of a disputes team in Perth led by senior partner Paul D Evans – one of Australia's leading commercial litigators and the former State Solicitor for Western Australia. Dispute Resolution  Energy  Australia 
• CyberOwl, HFW Report: Maritime Industry Pays Average US$3m Ransom In Cyberattacks
  21/03/2022
  Read more about CyberOwl, HFW Report: Maritime Industry Pays Average US$3m Ransom In Cyberattacks
  New research has found that where cyberattacks in the maritime industry lead to a ransom payment, shipowners pay more than US$3 million on average to the perpetrators. Shipping  London 
• HFW announces new Senior Associates for all core sectors and regions
  21/03/2022
  Read more about HFW announces new Senior Associates for all core sectors and regions
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has announced the promotion of 17 new senior associates, effective 1 April 2022. Energy  Aerospace  Shipping  Insurance & Reinsurance  Commodities  London  Geneva  Hong Kong  Melbourne  Sydney  Dubai  Paris  Singapore 
• HFW Advising Standard Club On Merger With North P&I
  18/03/2022
  Read more about HFW Advising Standard Club On Merger With North P&I
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW is advising Standard Club on its proposed merger with North P&I. The proposed merger would create a new global marine insurer and one of the largest providers of mutual cover in the maritime industries. Shipping  Insurance & Reinsurance  London 
• HFW achieves top-tier rankings in Chambers Europe 2022
  17/03/2022
  Read more about HFW achieves top-tier rankings in Chambers Europe 2022
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has once again been recognised as a leading firm in the newly released 2022 edition of Chambers Europe, a guide to the region's best lawyers and law firms. Insurance & Reinsurance  Shipping  Dispute Resolution  London  Paris  Piraeus 
• HFW Continues Growth with Partner and Legal Director Promotions Across Global Network
  14/03/2022
  Read more about HFW Continues Growth with Partner and Legal Director Promotions Across Global Network
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has announced the promotion of five new partners and two new legal directors, effective 1 April 2022. Aerospace  Energy  Shipping  Insurance & Reinsurance  Houston  Singapore  Shanghai  London  Dubai  Melbourne  Hong Kong 
• HFW lawyers named among Singapore's 18 most influential lawyers
  09/03/2022
  Read more about HFW lawyers named among Singapore's 18 most influential lawyers
  HFW's Alexandra Forrest and Justine Barthe-Dejean have been named among the 18 most influential young lawyers in Singapore for 2021. Commodities  Aerospace  Singapore 
• HFW Receives Sustainable Business Certification Following Continued Carbon Emissions Reduction
  02/03/2022
  Read more about HFW Receives Sustainable Business Certification Following Continued Carbon Emissions Reduction
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has been certified by The Planet Mark for the sixth consecutive year in recognition of its continued efforts to reduce its environmental impact. London  SUSTAINABILITY HUB 
• HFW Assists NGO On New Geneva Declaration On Human Rights At Sea
  01/03/2022
  Read more about HFW Assists NGO On New Geneva Declaration On Human Rights At Sea
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW advised on a new Geneva Declaration designed to define and defend the human rights of the global maritime population and those crossing the world's oceans and seas. Shipping  London  Singapore 
• HFW Advises Republic Of Senegal On €1bn Regional Express Train Project - Africa's First
  24/02/2022
  Read more about HFW Advises Republic Of Senegal On €1bn Regional Express Train Project - Africa's First
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW advised the Republic of Senegal on the first regional express train project in Africa. Energy  Corporate  Projects  Africa  Geneva 
• HFW recognised as a leading firm in Chambers Global 2022
  23/02/2022
  Read more about HFW recognised as a leading firm in Chambers Global 2022
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has once again been recognised as a leading firm in the newly released 2022 edition of Chambers Global, a guide to the world's best lawyers and law firms. Insurance & Reinsurance  Shipping  Dispute Resolution  Corporate  Working Worldwide 
• HFW advises on sale of Hawaiian Airline
  21/02/2022
  Read more about HFW advises on sale of Hawaiian Airline
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW advised owners of Kamaka Air Inc., an inter-island airline and logistics company based in Honolulu, Hawaii, in selling part of the business to Trinity Investors in Phoenix, AZ and RLG Capital in Salt Lake City, Utah. Aerospace  Corporate  Shanghai  USA & Canada 
• HFW Launches in Denmark With Hire Of Leading Shipping Lawyer
  14/02/2022
  Read more about HFW Launches in Denmark With Hire Of Leading Shipping Lawyer
  Global, sector-focused law firm has launched in Denmark with the hire of market leading shipping lawyer, Jens Mathiasen. Shipping  Scandinavia 
• HFW Launches BVI Office With Acquisition Of Leading Disputes Business
  07/02/2022
  Read more about HFW Launches BVI Office With Acquisition Of Leading Disputes Business
  Global law firm HFW has launched in the British Virgin Islands by acquiring the office of offshore law firm Lennox Paton. Dispute Resolution  Asia Pacific  Hong Kong  Shanghai  Latin America 
• HFW Elects New Senior Partner As Firm Targets Next Phase Of Global Growth
  31/01/2022
  Read more about HFW Elects New Senior Partner As Firm Targets Next Phase Of Global Growth
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has elected Giles Kavanagh as its new Global Senior Partner as the firm seeks to accelerate growth across its industry groups, legal services and international network. Aerospace  London 
• HFW Partner Claire Womersley Named Among UK's Top 100 Lawyers
  17/01/2022
  Read more about HFW Partner Claire Womersley Named Among UK's Top 100 Lawyers
  HFW partner Claire Womersley has been named by The Lawyer as one of the UK's 'Hot 100' lawyers for 2022. Shipping  London 
• HFW Part Of BIMCO Team Helping Shipping Industry
  17/01/2022
  Read more about HFW Part Of BIMCO Team Helping Shipping Industry
  Global, sector-focused law firm has helped shipping association BIMCO draft a model clause for the shipping industry addressing force majeure events occurring under contracts. Shipping  London 
• HFW recognised as a Leading Firm in Chambers Greater China 2022
  13/01/2022
  Read more about HFW recognised as a Leading Firm in Chambers Greater China 2022
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has been recognised as a leading firm in Chambers Greater China 2022, which ranks the top lawyers and law firms across the region. Asia Pacific  Aerospace  Construction  Commodities  Energy  Insurance & Reinsurance  Shipping 
• HFW recognised as a leading international firm in The Legal 500 Asia-Pacific 2022
  13/01/2022
  Read more about HFW recognised as a leading international firm in The Legal 500 Asia-Pacific 2022
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has once again been recognised as a leading firm in The Legal 500 Asia-Pacific 2022, which recognises the region's top lawyers and law firms. HFW achieved 39 individual and practice rankings across the region, which includes offices across Hong Kong, Melbourne, Perth, Shanghai, Singapore and Sydney. Asia Pacific  Aerospace  Construction  Commodities  Energy  Insurance & Reinsurance  Shipping 
• HFW receives strong client recognition in Chambers Asia-Pacific 2022
  20/12/2021
  Read more about HFW receives strong client recognition in Chambers Asia-Pacific 2022
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has again been recognised as a leading firm in the release of Chambers Asia-Pacific 2022, which ranks top lawyers and law firms across Australia and Singapore. Asia Pacific 
• HFW supports Asia's first Illegal Charter Reporting System
  10/12/2021
  Read more about HFW supports Asia's first Illegal Charter Reporting System
  HFW is supporting The Asian Business Aviation Association (AsBAA) in the launch of its illegal charter reporting system. Aerospace  Singapore  Asia Pacific 
• HFW's Carolyn Chudleigh named among Elite Women in Australia
  08/12/2021
  Read more about HFW's Carolyn Chudleigh named among Elite Women in Australia
  HFW Partner and Global Head of Construction, Carolyn Chudleigh, has been recognised by Australasian Lawyer in their Elite Women list 2021. Construction  Asia Pacific 
• HFW Helps BIMCO Draft “Game-Changing” Shipping Industry Carbon Emissions Clauses
  07/12/2021
  Read more about HFW Helps BIMCO Draft “Game-Changing” Shipping Industry Carbon Emissions Clauses
  Global, sector-focused law firm has helped shipping association BIMCO draft a series of clauses in response to strict new environmental legislation that will seek to reduce the industry's carbon emissions and which will change the way ships are operated in the future. Shipping  London  SUSTAINABILITY HUB 
• HFW Boosts Market-Leading LatAm Insurance Practice With Former Swiss Re President
  02/12/2021
  Read more about HFW Boosts Market-Leading LatAm Insurance Practice With Former Swiss Re President
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has boosted its market-leading Latin America insurance and reinsurance practice with the hire of one of the region's most experienced executives: Margo Black. Insurance & Reinsurance  Latin America 
• HFW Continues Australia Growth With Melbourne Construction Partner Hire
  01/12/2021
  Read more about HFW Continues Australia Growth With Melbourne Construction Partner Hire
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has continued the growth of its Australian construction practice with the hire of Michael Debney. Construction  Melbourne  Australia  Asia Pacific 
• HFW Appointed To BP Legal Panel
  01/12/2021
  Read more about HFW Appointed To BP Legal Panel
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has been appointed to BP's UK legal panel. Energy  Dispute Resolution  London 
• HFW's Claire Womersley Named Among Most Influential People In Shipping
  25/11/2021
  Read more about HFW's Claire Womersley Named Among Most Influential People In Shipping
  HFW shipping partner Claire Womersley has been named by Lloyd's List as one of the 100 most influential people in the maritime industry and one of the market’s top 10 lawyers globally. Shipping  London 
• HFW Advises Exelon Generation Limited On Next Gen Nuclear Deal
  09/11/2021
  Read more about HFW Advises Exelon Generation Limited On Next Gen Nuclear Deal
  HFW advised Exelon Generation Limited on its involvement in a project to deliver at scale the next generation of low cost, low carbon nuclear power technology within the United Kingdom. Energy  Corporate  London 
• Congratulations to HFW's Hong Kong Legal Practitioners for passing the Greater Bay Area's (GBA) legal professional exam
  03/11/2021
  Read more about Congratulations to HFW's Hong Kong Legal Practitioners for passing the Greater Bay Area's (GBA) legal professional exam
  HFW continues to remain at the forefront of the legal development of the Greater Bay Area (GBA), as a number of HFW's Hong Kong legal practitioners passed the GBA legal professional exam, the first exam to qualify for practicing mainland Chinese law in the area. Energy  Shipping  Dispute Resolution  Commercial  Hong Kong  Shanghai  Asia Pacific 
• HFW Revealed As Most Active Litigation Firm In UK Commercial Court
  28/10/2021
  Read more about HFW Revealed As Most Active Litigation Firm In UK Commercial Court
  Independent data has revealed that HFW handled more litigation in the English Commercial Court over the first three quarters of 2021 than any other law firm. Dispute Resolution  London 
• HFW Recognised as a Leading Firm in Chambers UK 2022 Guide
  21/10/2021
  Read more about HFW Recognised as a Leading Firm in Chambers UK 2022 Guide
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has once again been recognised as a leading firm in the Chambers UK 2022 guide, which ranks the region's top lawyers and law firms. Construction  Commodities  Insurance & Reinsurance  Shipping  Financial Institutions  Logistics  Aerospace 
• HFW partners with LCM to secure Singapore's first domestic arbitration funding
  18/10/2021
  Read more about HFW partners with LCM to secure Singapore's first domestic arbitration funding
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has partnered with Litigation Capital Management Limited (LCM) to secure the first funding for a domestic arbitration in Singapore, which is now permissible following changes in Singaporean regulations. Construction  Dispute Resolution  Singapore  Hong Kong 
• HFW Continues To Expand Global Transactional Offering With Riyadh Partner Hire
  18/10/2021
  Read more about HFW Continues To Expand Global Transactional Offering With Riyadh Partner Hire
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has launched a transactional offering on-the-ground in Saudi Arabia with the hire of Euan Pinkerton. Energy  Corporate  Riyadh  Middle East 
• HFW Joins With Disputes Industry Leaders To Reveal Enormous Economic Value Of English Law
  05/10/2021
  Read more about HFW Joins With Disputes Industry Leaders To Reveal Enormous Economic Value Of English Law
  HFW has joined with other leading figures across the UK disputes industry to launch a major report that reveals for the first time the enormous value of English Law to the UK economy. Dispute Resolution 
• HFW Achieves Top-Tier Rankings In The Legal 500 UK
  04/10/2021
  Read more about HFW Achieves Top-Tier Rankings In The Legal 500 UK
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has once again been recognised as a leading practice in the 2021-22 edition of The Legal 500 UK, a guide to the country’s best lawyers and law firms.
• HFW Hires Leading London White Collar Crime Team
  04/10/2021
  Read more about HFW Hires Leading London White Collar Crime Team
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has hired two of the UK's leading top white-collar criminal defence and investigations experts: Barry Vitou and Anne-Marie Ottaway. Dispute Resolution  Fraud and Insolvency  London 
• HFW Advising KiwiRail On Shipping Industry's First Climate Bond Initiative-Certified Financing
  01/10/2021
  Read more about HFW Advising KiwiRail On Shipping Industry's First Climate Bond Initiative-Certified Financing
  HFW is advising KiwiRail on a secured NZ$350m pre- and post-delivery loan facility for its purchase of two newbuilding Interislander rail-enabled ferries to be constructed in Korea. Shipping  Finance  London  Asia Pacific  SUSTAINABILITY HUB 
• HFW Advises VoxSmart On Communications Tech Acquisition
  29/09/2021
  Read more about HFW Advises VoxSmart On Communications Tech Acquisition
  HFW advised communications surveillance technology company VoxSmart on its acquisition of US-based GreenKey Technologies, a speech recognition and natural language processing (NLP) platform for financial markets. Corporate  London 
• HFW Continues To Expand Global Disputes Practice With Hong Kong Partner Hire
  16/09/2021
  Read more about HFW Continues To Expand Global Disputes Practice With Hong Kong Partner Hire
  HFW has continued to expand its global disputes practice with the hire of Karen Cheung in Hong Kong. Dispute Resolution  Hong Kong  Asia Pacific  Fraud and Insolvency 
• HFW Successfully Defends Kosovo Privatisation Agency In UNCITRAL Arbitration
  16/09/2021
  Read more about HFW Successfully Defends Kosovo Privatisation Agency In UNCITRAL Arbitration
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW successfully defended the Privatisation Agency of Kosovo (PAK) in an UNCITRAL arbitration relating to one of the country's largest mines. Commodities  Geneva  Dispute Resolution 
• HFW Recognised By UK Ministry Of Defence As Leading Employer For Ex-Armed Forces Personnel
  28/07/2021
  Read more about HFW Recognised By UK Ministry Of Defence As Leading Employer For Ex-Armed Forces Personnel
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has been recognised by the UK Ministry of Defence as a leading employer for ex-armed forces personnel. London 
• HFW Advises Sojaprotein On Sale To ADM
  27/07/2021
  Read more about HFW Advises Sojaprotein On Sale To ADM
  We advised Sojaprotein, a leading European provider of non-GMO soy ingredients, on its sale to ADM. Commodities  Corporate  London 
• HFW Advises Shanghai Shipyard On US$170m UK Court Of Appeal Win
  27/07/2021
  Read more about HFW Advises Shanghai Shipyard On US$170m UK Court Of Appeal Win
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW advised Chinese shipbuilder Shanghai Shipyard on a UK Court of Appeal win relating to a US$170 million payment under a shipbuilding contract. Shipping  Dispute Resolution  Shanghai  Asia Pacific 
• HFW Advises Supporters' Association On UK Football Reform
  23/07/2021
  Read more about HFW Advises Supporters' Association On UK Football Reform
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW is advising the Football Supporters' Association on the UK Government's review into the governance and ownership of professional football in the country. Insurance & Reinsurance  Financial Institutions  Financial Services Regulation  London 
• HFW Launches Global Sustainability Challenge Using Software To Allow Colleagues To Measure Carbon Savings
  22/07/2021
  Read more about HFW Launches Global Sustainability Challenge Using Software To Allow Colleagues To Measure Carbon Savings
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has launched a global sustainability challenge using specialist software that allows colleagues across the business to record climate positive lifestyle changes and measure the impact to their individual carbon footprint. SUSTAINABILITY HUB 
• HFW continues to expand Australia dispute resolution and construction practices with senior hire in Sydney
  08/07/2021
  Read more about HFW continues to expand Australia dispute resolution and construction practices with senior hire in Sydney
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has continued to expand its fast-growing Australia dispute resolution and construction practices with the hire of Jo Delaney in Sydney. Construction  Dispute Resolution  Commercial  Melbourne  Sydney  Perth  Australia 
• HFW Advises CGC On Sinopec Deal To Create One Of Argentina's Largest Oil And Gas Producers
  06/07/2021
  Read more about HFW Advises CGC On Sinopec Deal To Create One Of Argentina's Largest Oil And Gas Producers
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW advised Argentina's Compania General de Combustibles (CGC) on its acquisition of Sinopec Argentina Exploration and Production – the local unit of China Petroleum & Chemical Corp. Energy  Oil and Gas  London  Corporate 
• HFW And CyberOwl Join Forces To Help Shipping Industry Manage Cyber Risk
  05/07/2021
  Read more about HFW And CyberOwl Join Forces To Help Shipping Industry Manage Cyber Risk
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW and maritime cyber security company CyberOwl have joined forces to provide comprehensive technology and legal services to the shipping industry around cyber risk management and compliance. Shipping  Cyber Security 
• HFW Advises On Merger To Create One Of The World's Largest Engineering Workforce Solutions Providers
  29/06/2021
  Read more about HFW Advises On Merger To Create One Of The World's Largest Engineering Workforce Solutions Providers
  We have advised Competentia AS on its merger with Airswift Global Limited to create one of the world's largest engineering workforce solutions providers. Corporate  London 
• HFW Launches Legal Industry Litigation Sustainability Pledge
  28/06/2021
  Read more about HFW Launches Legal Industry Litigation Sustainability Pledge
  HFW has joined forces with a group of leading law firms to launch the 'Greener Litigation Pledge' – a legal industry initiative to reduce the environmental impact of dispute resolution. Dispute Resolution  Working Worldwide  SUSTAINABILITY HUB 
• HFW Continues To Strengthen Global Shipping Practice With Singapore Master Mariner Hire
  10/06/2021
  Read more about HFW Continues To Strengthen Global Shipping Practice With Singapore Master Mariner Hire
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has continued to strengthen its market-leading shipping practice with the hire of Master Mariner Mark Myles. Shipping  Singapore 
• HFW Advises Banks on Financing of World's Largest LNG-Fuelled Container Vessels
  28/05/2021
  Read more about HFW Advises Banks on Financing of World's Largest LNG-Fuelled Container Vessels
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW is advising a group of banks on the financing and completion of nine state-of-the-art LNG-fuelled containerships for French shipping company CMA CGM. Shipping 
• HFW Boosts Global Insurance Practice With Houston Partner Hire
  24/05/2021
  Read more about HFW Boosts Global Insurance Practice With Houston Partner Hire
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has boosted its leading global insurance practice with the hire of partner Amanda J. Kujda. Insurance & Reinsurance  Houston  USA & Canada 
• HFW Reinforces Longstanding Social Mobility Commitment By Signing Industry Pledge
  20/05/2021
  Read more about HFW Reinforces Longstanding Social Mobility Commitment By Signing Industry Pledge
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has reinforced its longstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion by signing the Social Mobility Pledge. Working Worldwide 
• HFW Advises Coffee Company On $500m Sustainability-Linked Commodity Financing
  13/05/2021
  Read more about HFW Advises Coffee Company On $500m Sustainability-Linked Commodity Financing
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW advised Geneva-based coffee company Sucafina on a US$500 million sustainability-linked senior secured borrowing base facility. Geneva  London  Commodities  Finance 
• HFW Continues To Expand Greater China Transactional Practice With Shanghai Management, In-House Hires
  06/05/2021
  Read more about HFW Continues To Expand Greater China Transactional Practice With Shanghai Management, In-House Hires
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has continued to expand its fast-growing Greater China transactional practice with the hire of senior partner Brinton Scott and of counsel Danielle Peng in Shanghai. Asia Pacific  Shanghai 
• HFW Appointed To DIFC Courts Users' Committee
  22/04/2021
  Read more about HFW Appointed To DIFC Courts Users' Committee
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has been appointed to the DIFC Courts Users' Committee – an independent liaison body between the Courts and users that is tasked with building the profile of the Courts and helping ensure that the service provided is cost-effective, professional and fit-for-purpose. Finance  Middle East 
• HFW Launches New Sustainability Strategy, Appoints First Sustainability Partner
  13/04/2021
  Read more about HFW Launches New Sustainability Strategy, Appoints First Sustainability Partner
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has launched a new sustainability strategy and appointed Giles Kavanagh as its first sustainability partner. Working Worldwide  SUSTAINABILITY HUB 
• HFW Continues To Expand Global Commodities Practice With Hire Of Structured Trade Finance Expert
  06/04/2021
  Read more about HFW Continues To Expand Global Commodities Practice With Hire Of Structured Trade Finance Expert
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has continued to expand its market-leading commodities practice with the hire of senior structured trade and commodity finance partner Matthew Cox. Commodities  Working Worldwide  Singapore 
• HFW Advises ICTSI On Landmark Philippines Covid-19 Vaccine Deal
  24/03/2021
  Read more about HFW Advises ICTSI On Landmark Philippines Covid-19 Vaccine Deal
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW advised International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI) Foundation on a landmark public-private agreement to acquire 7 million Covid-19 vaccines for a consortium of 300 private sector organisations in the Philippines. Logistics  Working Worldwide  Asia Pacific 
• HFW continues growth with 11 new partners and legal directors across global network
  11/03/2021
  Read more about HFW continues growth with 11 new partners and legal directors across global network
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has announced the promotion of six new partners and five new legal directors, effective 1 April 2021. Working Worldwide  Shipping  Commodities  Insurance & Reinsurance  Construction 
• HFW announces new senior associates for all core sectors and regions
  11/03/2021
  Read more about HFW announces new senior associates for all core sectors and regions
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has announced the promotion of 13 new senior associates, effective 1 April 2021. Working Worldwide  Aerospace  Construction  Commodities  Energy  Insurance & Reinsurance  Shipping 
• HFW advises Markerstudy on acquisition of Brightside
  09/03/2021
  Read more about HFW advises Markerstudy on acquisition of Brightside
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has advised Markerstudy Group on its acquisition of top 30 UK insurance broker Brightside Group from private equity firm AnaCap Financial Partners. Insurance & Reinsurance 
• HFW Advises Chedid Capital On Acquisition Of Africa Insurance Broker
  01/03/2021
  Read more about HFW Advises Chedid Capital On Acquisition Of Africa Insurance Broker
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW advised Chedid Capital Holding on its acquisition of the Africa business of international insurance brokerage group Ascoma Assureurs Conseils (ASCOMA). Insurance & Reinsurance 
• HFW Boosts Market-Leading Energy, Resources And Commodities Practice With Singapore Partner Hire
  22/02/2021
  Read more about HFW Boosts Market-Leading Energy, Resources And Commodities Practice With Singapore Partner Hire
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has continued to expand its market-leading energy & resources and commodities practices with the hire of partner Dan Perera in Singapore. Energy  Commodities  Singapore  Asia Pacific 
• HFW recognised as a leading firm in Chambers Global 2021
  19/02/2021
  Read more about HFW recognised as a leading firm in Chambers Global 2021
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has once again been recognised as a leading firm in the newly released 2021 edition of Chambers Global, a guide to the world's best lawyers and law firms. Working Worldwide 
• HFW advises FM Batilogistic in the negotiation of a EUR 222 million green loan
  21/01/2021
  Read more about HFW advises FM Batilogistic in the negotiation of a EUR 222 million green loan
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has advised FM Batilogistic, FM Logistic's sister company specialised in real estate logistics, in the negotiation and signing of a nine-year green loan of € 222 million. Finance  Paris  Logistics 
• HFW Continues To Expand Global Transactional Practice With Senior Singapore Partner Hire
  18/01/2021
  Read more about HFW Continues To Expand Global Transactional Practice With Senior Singapore Partner Hire
  HFW has continued to expand its fast-growing global transactional practice with the hire of senior commodities partner Peter Zaman in Singapore. Singapore  SUSTAINABILITY HUB  Commodities  Sustainability in Finance 
• HFW Achieves Top-Tier Rankings In The Legal 500 Asia Pacific 2021
  14/01/2021
  Read more about HFW Achieves Top-Tier Rankings In The Legal 500 Asia Pacific 2021
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has once again been ranked as a leading practice in The Legal 500 Asia Pacific, which recognises the region's best law firms. HFW achieved 24 practice rankings and 15 individual rankings across Asia Pacific including the Hong Kong, Melbourne, Perth, Shanghai, Singapore and Sydney offices. Asia Pacific  Hong Kong  Melbourne  Perth  Shanghai  Singapore  Sydney  Shipping  LITIGATION HUB 
• HFW's Daniel Martin Named a 'Power Player' for International Trade and Sanctions
  05/01/2021
  Read more about HFW's Daniel Martin Named a 'Power Player' for International Trade and Sanctions
  HFW partner Daniel Martin has been named a 2020 Power Player for International Trade and Sanctions by Financier Worldwide. International Trade Regulation 
• HFW Continues To Expand Global Litigation Practice With Dubai Partner Hire
  04/01/2021
  Read more about HFW Continues To Expand Global Litigation Practice With Dubai Partner Hire
  HFW has continued to expand its global litigation practice with the hire of partner Nick Braganza. Fraud and Insolvency  Dubai  Middle East 
• HFW again recognised as a leading international firm in Chambers Asia-Pacific 2021
  16/12/2020
  Read more about HFW again recognised as a leading international firm in Chambers Asia-Pacific 2021
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has once again been recognised as a leading firm in Chambers Asia-Pacific 2021, which ranks the region's top lawyers and law firms.
• HFW's Paul Dean Again Named Among Most Influential People In Shipping
  08/12/2020
  Read more about HFW's Paul Dean Again Named Among Most Influential People In Shipping
  HFW's Global Head of Shipping Paul Dean has once again been named by Lloyd's List as one of the 100 most influential people in the maritime industry and one of the market’s top 10 lawyers. Shipping  London 
• HFW Launches New Gender Equality Strategy, Ambitious Targets
  30/11/2020
  Read more about HFW Launches New Gender Equality Strategy, Ambitious Targets
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has launched a new gender equality strategy, backed by a series of ambitious targets that include women accounting for at least 40% of all senior lateral hires and internal promotions over the next three years.
• HFW Wins Maritime Law Firm Of The Year At ALB Hong Kong Awards
  30/11/2020
  Read more about HFW Wins Maritime Law Firm Of The Year At ALB Hong Kong Awards
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has been named Maritime Law Firm of the Year at the ALB Hong Kong Law Awards 2020. Shipping  Hong Kong  Asia Pacific 
• HFW Represents LMAA In Landmark UK Supreme Court Case
  27/11/2020
  Read more about HFW Represents LMAA In Landmark UK Supreme Court Case
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW represented the London Maritime Arbitrators Association (LMAA) in the landmark UK Supreme Court case of Halliburton v Chubb. Shipping  Commodities  Dispute Resolution 
• HFW Helps BIMCO Draft Industry's First Standard Contract For Autonomous Shipping
  12/11/2020
  Read more about HFW Helps BIMCO Draft Industry's First Standard Contract For Autonomous Shipping
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW is helping shipping association BIMCO draft the industry's first standard contract for the operation of autonomous vessels. Shipping  Cyber Owl 
• HFW Signs UK Armed Forces Covenant
  11/11/2020
  Read more about HFW Signs UK Armed Forces Covenant
  Global, sector-focused law firm has signed the UK Armed Forces Covenant to highlight its ongoing commitment to treating all individuals with fairness and respect.
• HFW Again Ranked By The Times Among UK's Best Law Firms
  11/11/2020
  Read more about HFW Again Ranked By The Times Among UK's Best Law Firms
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has again been ranked by The Times among the UK's best law firms. London 
• HFW Boosts Market-Leading Shipping Practice With Senior Partner Hire
  02/11/2020
  Read more about HFW Boosts Market-Leading Shipping Practice With Senior Partner Hire
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has boosted its market-leading shipping practice with the hire of senior partner Paolo Ghirardani. Shipping 
• HFW Extends Charity Partnership With The Mission To Seafarers
  29/10/2020
  Read more about HFW Extends Charity Partnership With The Mission To Seafarers
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has extended its partnership with international maritime charity The Mission to Seafarers (MtS) until 2022. Shipping 
• HFW recognised as a Leading Firm in Chambers UK 2021 guide
  23/10/2020
  Read more about HFW recognised as a Leading Firm in Chambers UK 2021 guide
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has once again been recognised as a leading firm in the Chambers UK 2021 guide, which ranks the region's top lawyers and law firms.
• HFW continues to grow its Australian construction practice with hire of specialist construction team
  21/10/2020
  Read more about HFW continues to grow its Australian construction practice with hire of specialist construction team
  Global, sector-focussed law firm HFW continues its growth in Australia with the partner hire of construction specialist Antony Riordan and a team of four, including a senior associate, two associates and a legal assistant, from Colin Biggers & Paisley. Construction  Australia  Asia Pacific 
• HFW achieves top-tier rankings in The Legal 500 UK
  07/10/2020
  Read more about HFW achieves top-tier rankings in The Legal 500 UK
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has once again been recognised as a leading practice in the 2020-21 edition of The Legal 500 UK, a guide to the country’s best lawyers and law firms. London 
• HFW Helps Client Deliver First Ever Remote Evidence From Vessel At Sea In Historic Collision Case
  05/10/2020
  Read more about HFW Helps Client Deliver First Ever Remote Evidence From Vessel At Sea In Historic Collision Case
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW successfully acted for the owners of a vessel involved in a high-value collision case that saw evidence provided remotely from on board a vessel at sea in a historic first for the UK Admiralty Court. Shipping  Dispute Resolution 
• HFW Signs Yacht Industry Diversity and Inclusion Pledge
  17/09/2020
  Read more about HFW Signs Yacht Industry Diversity and Inclusion Pledge
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has signed a pledge committing it to help improve diversity and inclusion within the yacht industry. Shipping 
• HFW moves to new Sydney premises to accommodate growth
  11/09/2020
  Read more about HFW moves to new Sydney premises to accommodate growth
  Global law firm HFW is relocating to new premises in Sydney to make room for a growing number of staff. HFW's new Sydney office is located on Level 10, 126 Phillip Street, Sydney. The Norman Foster-designed tower offers some of the largest column-free floor plates available in Sydney's CBD and has a 5-Star NABERS Energy rating. Australia  Asia Pacific 
• HFW Official Mentor to Starburst Aviation Tech Accelerator Program
  07/09/2020
  Read more about HFW Official Mentor to Starburst Aviation Tech Accelerator Program
  Starburst is the world's only accelerator solely dedicated to aviation technology, with a focus on challenge areas shared by airlines, airports, ground handlers, maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) companies and other connections to the aviation ecosystem. Aerospace 
• HFW Acts On Sale Of Almost Half Of Swiss Maritime Fleet
  27/08/2020
  Read more about HFW Acts On Sale Of Almost Half Of Swiss Maritime Fleet
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has acted on the sale of almost half of the entire Swiss maritime fleet. Shipping  Geneva 
• HFW Research: London Has Over 80% Share Of Global Maritime Arbitration Market
  10/08/2020
  Read more about HFW Research: London Has Over 80% Share Of Global Maritime Arbitration Market
  Research by global, sector-focused law firm HFW has found that London continues to dominate the market for international maritime arbitration, accounting for more than 80 percent of all cases globally. Shipping 
• HFW Advises Northern Offshore Group On Complex Double Vessel Purchase And Financing
  23/07/2020
  Read more about HFW Advises Northern Offshore Group On Complex Double Vessel Purchase And Financing
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has advised Northern Offshore Group (NOG) on the purchase, on-sale and leaseback financing of two crew transfer and windfarm support vessels. Shipping 
• HFW, KPMG and Augusta Ventures Join Forces to Support Businesses Impacted by Covid-19
  01/07/2020
  Read more about HFW, KPMG and Augusta Ventures Join Forces to Support Businesses Impacted by Covid-19
  HFW, KPMG and Augusta Ventures are pleased to announce a non-exclusive project to assist companies facing problems caused by the Covid-19 pandemic and lockdown. Dispute Resolution 
• HFW, Solomonic Research: English Courts Rebound Following COVID-19 Slump
  09/06/2020
  Read more about HFW, Solomonic Research: English Courts Rebound Following COVID-19 Slump
  Research by international law firm HFW and litigation analytics company Solomonic has revealed that English Courts activity has recovered to pre-Covid-19 levels following a sharp slump during the height of the outbreak. Dispute Resolution  London 
• HFW Strengthens Middle East Construction Practice With Senior Hire, Partner Relocation
  21/05/2020
  Read more about HFW Strengthens Middle East Construction Practice With Senior Hire, Partner Relocation
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has strengthened its Middle East construction practice with the hire of Maria Deus in Abu Dhabi and the relocation of Kijong Nam from London to Dubai. Construction  Dispute Resolution 
• HFW Boosts Global Fraud And Insolvency Group With London Partner Hire
  18/05/2020
  Read more about HFW Boosts Global Fraud And Insolvency Group With London Partner Hire
  HFW has continued to expand its global fraud and insolvency practice with the hire of Simon Jerrum. Fraud and Insolvency 
• HFW's New Hong Kong Capital Markets Team Score Back-To-Back IPOs
  29/04/2020
  Read more about HFW's New Hong Kong Capital Markets Team Score Back-To-Back IPOs
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW's new Hong Kong capital markets team secured lead roles on two IPOs that closed within five days of each other. Hong Kong 
• HFW Implements Global Resource Management System After Successful Pilot
  23/04/2020
  Read more about HFW Implements Global Resource Management System After Successful Pilot
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has implemented a global resource management system after a successful six-month pilot.
• HFW Assists Abu Dhabi Ports On Ship Purchase With Remote Closing By Video Conference
  16/04/2020
  Read more about HFW Assists Abu Dhabi Ports On Ship Purchase With Remote Closing By Video Conference
  Global, sector-focused law firm assisted Abu Dhabi Ports on its purchase of bulk carrier Mv NIKI. Shipping  Middle East 
• HFW Wins China Business Law Awards For Aviation, Construction, Insurance And Shipping
  15/04/2020
  Read more about HFW Wins China Business Law Awards For Aviation, Construction, Insurance And Shipping
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has been named Law Firm of the Year in four categories at the China Business Law Awards 2020: Aviation, Construction and Infrastructure, Insurance and Reinsurance, and Shipping. Aerospace  Construction  Insurance & Reinsurance  Shipping  Asia Pacific  Hong Kong  Shanghai 
• HFW Continues To Grow Its Australia Presence With New Partner And Senior Associate In Perth
  14/04/2020
  Read more about HFW Continues To Grow Its Australia Presence With New Partner And Senior Associate In Perth
  Global, sector-focussed law firm HFW continues its growth in Australia with the partner hire of workplace, industrial relations and safety specialist Charmaine Tsang and senior associate Steve Bowler. Both join HFW’s Perth office on 14 April 2020 from Lavan. Asia Pacific  Australia  Employment 
• HFW Launches US Immigration Practice With Houston Team Hire
  09/04/2020
  Read more about HFW Launches US Immigration Practice With Houston Team Hire
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has launched a US immigration practice with the hire of Denise McGettrick, former Chief Legal Officer at immigration technology services company PassRight. USA & Canada 
• HFW, Solomonic Research Reveals Dramatic Impact Of Covid-19 On English Courts
  08/04/2020
  Read more about HFW, Solomonic Research Reveals Dramatic Impact Of Covid-19 On English Courts
  Research by international law firm HFW and litigation analytics company Solomonic has revealed a dramatic slump in English Courts activity following the Covid-19 outbreak.
• HFW Continues To Strengthen Corporate And Regulatory Insurance Practice With Senior Hire
  06/04/2020
  Read more about HFW Continues To Strengthen Corporate And Regulatory Insurance Practice With Senior Hire
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has continued to strengthen its corporate and regulatory insurance practice with the hire of senior expert Robert Haldane. Insurance & Reinsurance  Corporate  EU, Competition and Trade Regulatory 
• HFW Continues Growth With Promotions Across International Network And Industry Groups
  09/03/2020
  Read more about HFW Continues Growth With Promotions Across International Network And Industry Groups
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has announced the promotion of six new partners and three new legal directors, effective 1 April 2020.
• HFW Advises Banks On US$300 Million Trafigura-Norilsk Nickel Copper Deal
  24/02/2020
  Read more about HFW Advises Banks On US$300 Million Trafigura-Norilsk Nickel Copper Deal
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has advised the lenders on a US$300 million financing for commodity trading company Trafigura. Geneva  Finance 
• HFW recognised as a Leading Firm in Chambers Global
  18/02/2020
  Read more about HFW recognised as a Leading Firm in Chambers Global
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has once again been recognised as a leading firm in the newly updated Chambers Global, a guide to the world's best lawyers and law firms.
• HFW Named World's Best Shipping Law Firm At Lloyd's List Awards
  31/01/2020
  Read more about HFW Named World's Best Shipping Law Firm At Lloyd's List Awards
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has won the Excellence in Maritime Law award at the Lloyd's List Global Awards, which recognises the world's best shipping law firm. Shipping 
• HFW Wins Middle East Insurance Award For Fourth Year Running
  30/01/2020
  Read more about HFW Wins Middle East Insurance Award For Fourth Year Running
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has been named Insurance Law Firm of the Year at the MENA IR Insurance Awards 2020. Insurance & Reinsurance  Middle East 
• HFW continues to grow its Australia presence with two new partners
  28/01/2020
  Read more about HFW continues to grow its Australia presence with two new partners
  Global, sector-focussed law firm HFW continues its growth in Australia with the partner promotion of energy and renewable specialist Jo Garland and the partner hire of regulatory and product liability specialist Dr Michael Maxwell from Clayton Utz. They are both based in HFW's Perth office. Australia  Energy 
• HFW Hires Thomas Cook Team Leader As First Flight Delay And Cancellation Claims Manager
  16/01/2020
  Read more about HFW Hires Thomas Cook Team Leader As First Flight Delay And Cancellation Claims Manager
  Global, sector-focussed law firm HFW has boosted its flight delay and cancellation claims practice with the hire of former Thomas Cook Airlines customer claims team leader Gareth Miller-Reedman as its first dedicated claims manager. Aerospace 
• HFW Partner Paul Dean named among most influential people in Shipping
  19/12/2019
  Read more about HFW Partner Paul Dean named among most influential people in Shipping
  HFW's Global Head of Shipping Paul Dean has been named by Lloyd's List as one of the 100 most influential people in the maritime industry and one of the market’s top 10 lawyers. Shipping 
• HFW Adds Lloyd's List Europe Award To Asia-Pacific, Middle East Wins
  11/12/2019
  Read more about HFW Adds Lloyd's List Europe Award To Asia-Pacific, Middle East Wins
  Global, sector-focussed law firm HFW has won the Excellence in Maritime Law award at the Lloyd's List Europe Awards.
• HFW recognised as a leading international firm in Chambers Asia-Pacific 2020
  09/12/2019
  Read more about HFW recognised as a leading international firm in Chambers Asia-Pacific 2020
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has once again been recognised as a leading firm in Chambers Asia-Pacific 2020, which ranks the region's top lawyers and law firms. Asia Pacific 
• HFW Continues Greater China Transactional Expansion With Major Team Hire
  27/11/2019
  Read more about HFW Continues Greater China Transactional Expansion With Major Team Hire
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has continued to expand its fast-growing transactional offering in Greater China with the hire of a nine-lawyer corporate finance team, including partner Matthew Wong. Corporate  Hong Kong  Asia Pacific 
• HFW Wins Middle East Insurance Law Firm of the Year for Second Year Running
  25/11/2019
  Read more about HFW Wins Middle East Insurance Law Firm of the Year for Second Year Running
  Global, sector-focussed law firm HFW has won Law Firm of the Year at the Middle East Insurance Industry Awards for the second consecutive year. Insurance & Reinsurance  Middle East 
• HFW Recognised For Maritime Excellence At Lloyd's List SAMEA Awards
  22/11/2019
  Read more about HFW Recognised For Maritime Excellence At Lloyd's List SAMEA Awards
  Global, sector-focussed law firm HFW has won the Excellence in Maritime Law award at the Lloyd's List South Asia, Middle East and Africa awards. Shipping  Middle East 
• HFW Ranked Among Asia's Top 50 Law Firms
  19/11/2019
  Read more about HFW Ranked Among Asia's Top 50 Law Firms
  Global, sector-focussed law firm HFW has been ranked among the top 50 firms in Asia by Asian Legal Business. Asia Pacific 
• HFW Ranked By The Times Among UK's Best Law Firms
  14/11/2019
  Read more about HFW Ranked By The Times Among UK's Best Law Firms
  Global, sector-focussed law firm HFW has been ranked by The Times among the UK's best law firms.
• HFW Boosts Fast Growing Transactional Offering With Senior Hong Kong Hire
  29/10/2019
  Read more about HFW Boosts Fast Growing Transactional Offering With Senior Hong Kong Hire
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has continued to expand its fast-growing transactional offering with the hire of senior corporate finance partner Wing Cheung. Hong Kong  Asia Pacific 
• HFW Wins Asia Captive Review Awards 2019 For Second Consecutive Year
  11/10/2019
  Read more about HFW Wins Asia Captive Review Awards 2019 For Second Consecutive Year
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has won Law Firm of the Year at the Asia Captive Review Awards for the second year running. Insurance & Reinsurance 
• HFW Underlines Mental Wellbeing Commitment By Signing Mindful Business Charter
  10/10/2019
  Read more about HFW Underlines Mental Wellbeing Commitment By Signing Mindful Business Charter
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has underlined its commitment to mental health and wellbeing by signing the Mindful Business Charter.
• HFW Retains Ranking As One Of UK's Top Social Mobility Employers
  09/10/2019
  Read more about HFW Retains Ranking As One Of UK's Top Social Mobility Employers
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has once again been ranked as one of the UK's top social mobility employers.
• HFW Partner Jay Tooker Named Aviation And Yachts Lawyer Of The Year
  08/10/2019
  Read more about HFW Partner Jay Tooker Named Aviation And Yachts Lawyer Of The Year
  HFW partner Jay Tooker has been named Aviation and Yachts Lawyer of the Year at the Chambers High Net Worth Awards 2019.
• HFW Continues To Expand Transactional Practice With Paris Corporate Partner Hire
  07/10/2019
  Read more about HFW Continues To Expand Transactional Practice With Paris Corporate Partner Hire
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has continued to expand its global transactional offering with the hire of senior corporate partner Aline Poncelet.
• HFW Continues To Expand Aviation Finance Practice With London Partner Hire
  30/09/2019
  Read more about HFW Continues To Expand Aviation Finance Practice With London Partner Hire
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has continued to expand its aviation finance practice with the hire of partner Asheesh Das. Aerospace 
• HFW AsiaLegal begins tenure as an anchor firm for Singapore Law Society Pro Bono services
  17/09/2019
  Read more about HFW AsiaLegal begins tenure as an anchor firm for Singapore Law Society Pro Bono services
  Global sector-focused law firm HFW has underlined its commitment to improving access to justice by formalising its pro bono work in Singapore Asia Pacific  Singapore 
• HFW Launches Monaco Office With Hire Of Market-Leading Team
  09/09/2019
  Read more about HFW Launches Monaco Office With Hire Of Market-Leading Team
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has launched an office in Monaco with the hire of a market-leading team, led by partners Ian Cranston, Andrew Charlier and Marco Crusafio. Monaco 
• HFW To Boost Market-Leading Shipping Practice With Singapore Partner Hire
  02/09/2019
  Read more about HFW To Boost Market-Leading Shipping Practice With Singapore Partner Hire
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW is boosting its market-leading shipping practice with the hire of Singapore partner Christopher Metcalf. Shipping  Singapore 
• HFW expands Singapore Shipping Practice with hire of Christopher Jones-July-2019
  30/07/2019
  Read more about HFW expands Singapore Shipping Practice with hire of Christopher Jones-July-2019
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has hired Christopher Jones, a renowned former shipbroker with almost 50 years' experience in the shipping industry. Shipping 
• HFW Announces Development Partnership With Litigation Analytics Start-Up Solomonic
  23/07/2019
  Read more about HFW Announces Development Partnership With Litigation Analytics Start-Up Solomonic
  Leading global disputes law firm HFW has announced a development partnership with litigation analytics start-up Solomonic. Dispute Resolution 
• HFW Signs £25m Portfolio Litigation Funding Deal with Augusta
  18/07/2019
  Read more about HFW Signs £25m Portfolio Litigation Funding Deal with Augusta
  Leading global disputes law firm HFW has agreed a £25 million portfolio litigation funding facility with Augusta Ventures. Dispute Resolution 
• HFW wins Maritime Law Award at Seatrade Maritime Awards Asia 2019
  01/07/2019
  Read more about HFW wins Maritime Law Award at Seatrade Maritime Awards Asia 2019
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has been named the Maritime Law Award winner at the Seatrade Maritime Awards Asia 2019 – one of the region's most prestigious industry awards. Shipping 
• HFW Wins Big At Aviation 100 European Awards
  31/05/2019
  Read more about HFW Wins Big At Aviation 100 European Awards
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has continued its run of aerospace industry awards with two wins at the Airline Economics Aviation 100 European Awards 2019. Aerospace 
• TXF Commodity Finance Awards Underline HFW's Position As Market Leader
  28/05/2019
  Read more about TXF Commodity Finance Awards Underline HFW's Position As Market Leader
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has underlined its position as a market leader for commodity finance with roles on two of TXF's 'Perfect 10' deals of the year. Commodities 
• HFW Helps BIMCO Draft Industry's First Offshore Decommissioning Contract
  21/05/2019
  Read more about HFW Helps BIMCO Draft Industry's First Offshore Decommissioning Contract
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has helped shipping association BIMCO draft an industry standard offshore decommissioning contact. Shipping 
• HFW Revealed As Most Active Law Firm In English Commercial Court 2015-2018
  30/04/2019
  Read more about HFW Revealed As Most Active Law Firm In English Commercial Court 2015-2018
  Independent data has revealed HFW to be the most active law firm in the English Commercial Court over the past four years. Dispute Resolution 
• HFW continues to expand transactional offering with US Energy Partner hire
  22/04/2019
  Read more about HFW continues to expand transactional offering with US Energy Partner hire
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has continued to expand its Houston office and its global transactional offering with the hire of energy partner Fernando Cano-Lasa. Energy  USA & Canada  Latin America 
• HFW wins Aviation Firm of the Year at ALB SE Asia Law Awards April 2019
  12/04/2019
  Read more about HFW wins Aviation Firm of the Year at ALB SE Asia Law Awards April 2019
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has been named Aviation Law Firm of the Year at the Asian Legal Business SE Asia Law Awards 2019. Aerospace  Asia Pacific  Singapore 
• HFW Launches Insurance Practice in Abu Dhabi with Partner hire
  10/04/2019
  Read more about HFW Launches Insurance Practice in Abu Dhabi with Partner hire
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has continued to expand its fast-growing Middle East practice, launching an insurance offering in Abu Dhabi with the hire of partner Justin Whelan. Middle East  Abu Dhabi  Insurance & Reinsurance 
• HFW Elects Global Practice Heads, Forms New Management Board
  01/04/2019
  Read more about HFW Elects Global Practice Heads, Forms New Management Board
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has elected new global practice heads and formed a new Management Board, effective 1 April 2019.
• HFW Wins Four Awards at 2019 China Business Law Awards
  20/03/2019
  Read more about HFW Wins Four Awards at 2019 China Business Law Awards
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has won four awards at the 2019 China Business Law Awards. Aerospace  Dispute Resolution  Insurance & Reinsurance  Shipping  Asia Pacific  Shanghai 
• HFW Continues International Investment With Record Promotions Round
  20/03/2019
  Read more about HFW Continues International Investment With Record Promotions Round
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has announced a record promotions round, making up nine new partners and three new legal directors, effective 1 April 2019.
• HFW's International Litigation Caseload Doubled In 2018, Report Shows
  18/03/2019
  Read more about HFW's International Litigation Caseload Doubled In 2018, Report Shows
  A new report has revealed that HFW's international litigation caseload more than doubled in 2018. Dispute Resolution 
• HFW Shortlisted For Management Partner, Lawyer Of The Year Awards At Legal Business Awards
  14/03/2019
  Read more about HFW Shortlisted For Management Partner, Lawyer Of The Year Awards At Legal Business Awards
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has been shortlisted in two major categories at the 2019 Legal Business Awards.
• HFW Advises Banks On $725 Million Stena Financing
  07/03/2019
  Read more about HFW Advises Banks On $725 Million Stena Financing
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has advised the mandated lead arrangers and coordinating bookrunners on a secured US$725 million revolving credit facility for Sweden's Stena AB.
• HFW Launches China Transactional Practice With Partner Hire And Team Move
  04/03/2019
  Read more about HFW Launches China Transactional Practice With Partner Hire And Team Move
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has launched a China transactional practice with the hire of partner Daniel Leung and associate Ren Furong, and the relocation of partner Stephen Marais and senior associate Gordon Inkson. Asia Pacific  Shanghai  Corporate  Hong Kong 
• HFW Named Aviation Law Firm of the Year At Legal 500 Awards
  07/02/2019
  Read more about HFW Named Aviation Law Firm of the Year At Legal 500 Awards
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has been named Aviation Law Firm of the Year at The Legal 500 UK Awards 2019. Aerospace 
• HFW Makes First Appearance In US Supreme Court
  05/02/2019
  Read more about HFW Makes First Appearance In US Supreme Court
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has made its first appearance in the Supreme Court of the United States. Energy  Shipping  Dispute Resolution 
• HFW Wins Middle East Insurance Award For Third Year Running
  03/02/2019
  Read more about HFW Wins Middle East Insurance Award For Third Year Running
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has been named Insurance Law Firm of the Year at the MENA IR Insurance Awards 2019. Insurance & Reinsurance 
• HFW Partner Richard Neylon Named Among UK's 100 Top Lawyers
  29/01/2019
  Read more about HFW Partner Richard Neylon Named Among UK's 100 Top Lawyers
  HFW partner Richard Neylon has been named in The Lawyer's 'Hot 100' 2019. Shipping 
• HFW advises d'Amico International Shipping on group's first JOLCO transaction
  28/01/2019
  Read more about HFW advises d'Amico International Shipping on group's first JOLCO transaction
  On 18 January 2019, d'Amico Tankers D.A.C., an operating subsidiary of d'Amico International Shipping (DIS), took delivery from Hyundai Mipo Dockyard Co., Ltd. of the motor tanker "CIELO DI HOUSTON", a 75,000 dwt newbuild LR1 product tanker. Shipping 
• HFW Achieves Top-Tier Rankings in The Legal 500 Asia Pacific
  22/01/2019
  Read more about HFW Achieves Top-Tier Rankings in The Legal 500 Asia Pacific
  HFW achieved 17 practice and 52 mentioned lawyer rankings across Asia Pacific including the Hong Kong, Jakarta, Melbourne, Perth, Shanghai, Singapore and Sydney offices. Asia Pacific 
• HFW expands its service capability in Australia
  21/01/2019
  Read more about HFW expands its service capability in Australia
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has expanded its service capability in Australia with the hire of a specialist industrial relations and employment team including two new partners. Asia Pacific  Australia 
• HFW Advises Markerstudy On £185m Acquisition Of Co-Op Insurance Underwriting Business
  21/01/2019
  Read more about HFW Advises Markerstudy On £185m Acquisition Of Co-Op Insurance Underwriting Business
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has continued its run of insurance M&A deals with advice to Markerstudy on its £185 million acquisition of the Co-op's insurance underwriting business, CIS General Insurance Limited.
• HFW Trio Named Among Singapore's 20 Most Influential Lawyers
  17/01/2019
  Read more about HFW Trio Named Among Singapore's 20 Most Influential Lawyers
  HFW's Aaron Kok, Terence Liew and Andrew Shannon have each been named among the 20 most influential young lawyers in Singapore.
• HFW Continues To Develop Fast-Growing Middle East Practice With New Saudi Association
  14/01/2019
  Read more about HFW Continues To Develop Fast-Growing Middle East Practice With New Saudi Association
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has continued to develop its fast-growing Middle East practice by entering into an association with Mohammed Al Khiliwi in Saudi Arabia. Middle East  Riyadh 
• HFW Elects New Global Management Team
  10/01/2019
  Read more about HFW Elects New Global Management Team
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has elected Jeremy Shebson as its new Managing Partner and re-elected Richard Crump as its Senior Partner. Asia Pacific  Eastern Europe & Russia  Latin America  USA & Canada 
• HFW Boosts Global Admiralty & Crisis Management Team with Senior Hire
  07/01/2019
  Read more about HFW Boosts Global Admiralty & Crisis Management Team with Senior Hire
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has boosted its market-leading Admiralty & Crisis Management team with the hire of Victor Fenwick. London  Shipping 
• HFW Achieves Top-Tier Rankings In Chambers And Partners UK
  19/12/2018
  Read more about HFW Achieves Top-Tier Rankings In Chambers And Partners UK
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has once again been recognised as a leading practice in Chambers and Partners UK, a guide to the market’s best lawyers and law firms.
• HFW recognised as a leading international firm in chambers ASIA Pacific Guide 2019
  13/12/2018
  Read more about HFW recognised as a leading international firm in chambers ASIA Pacific Guide 2019
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has once again been recognised as a leading firm in Chambers Asia-Pacific 2019, a guide to the region's best lawyers and law firms.
• HFW Partner Rory Butler named among most influential people in Shipping
  07/12/2018
  Read more about HFW Partner Rory Butler named among most influential people in Shipping
  HFW partner Rory Butler has been named one of the 100 most influential people in the shipping industry and one of the market’s top 10 lawyers. Shipping 
• HFW Helps BIMCO Draft First Cyber Clause
  03/12/2018
  Read more about HFW Helps BIMCO Draft First Cyber Clause
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has helped shipping association BIMCO draft its first cyber security clause. Cyber Security  Shipping 
• HFW Revealed As Most Active Commercial Litigation Firm
  27/11/2018
  Read more about HFW Revealed As Most Active Commercial Litigation Firm
  The Lawyer’s latest Litigation Tracker has revealed HFW to be the most active law firm for commercial litigation in the English courts. Dispute Resolution 
• HFW Expands New Abu Dhabi Office With Senior Infrastructure Partner Hire
  01/11/2018
  Read more about HFW Expands New Abu Dhabi Office With Senior Infrastructure Partner Hire
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has continued to expand its fast-growing Middle East practice with the hire of senior infrastructure partner Richard Lucas. Abu Dhabi 
• HFW Achieves Top-Tier Rankings In The Legal 500 UK
  31/10/2018
  Read more about HFW Achieves Top-Tier Rankings In The Legal 500 UK
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has once again been recognised as a leading practice in the 2018-19 edition of The Legal 500 UK, a guide to the country’s best lawyers and law firms.
• HFW Highly Commended As Law Firm Of The Year At Law Society Awards
  18/10/2018
  Read more about HFW Highly Commended As Law Firm Of The Year At Law Society Awards
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has been Highly Commended as Law Firm of the Year at The Law Society Excellence Awards 2018.
• HFW Successfully Defends IKON Against $370 Million Fraud Claim
  09/10/2018
  Read more about HFW Successfully Defends IKON Against $370 Million Fraud Claim
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has successfully defended a substantial case of alleged fraud against London-based IKON Finance Ltd and others, originally involving claims of over US$370 million in damages. Dispute Resolution  Fraud and Insolvency 
• HFW Continues to Expand Global Energy Practice with Senior Project Finance Partner Hire
  08/10/2018
  Read more about HFW Continues to Expand Global Energy Practice with Senior Project Finance Partner Hire
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has continued to expand its fast-growing global energy practice with the hire of senior project finance partner Andrew Thomas. Energy  London 
• HFW broadens client offering with launch of consulting business
  03/10/2018
  Read more about HFW broadens client offering with launch of consulting business
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has broadened its offering to clients with the launch of a standalone consulting business called HFW Consulting. London 
• HFW launches 20th international office with double Abu Dhabi partner hire
  01/10/2018
  Read more about HFW launches 20th international office with double Abu Dhabi partner hire
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has continued to expand its fast-growing international network with the launch of a new office in Abu Dhabi and the hire of two partners. Aerospace  Construction  Commodities  Energy  Insurance & Reinsurance  Shipping  Asia Pacific  Eastern Europe & Russia  Latin America  Middle East  USA & Canada  London  Brussels  Dubai  Hong Kong  Houston  Singapore 
• HFW helps BIMCO draft first 2020 bunker clause
  27/09/2018
  Read more about HFW helps BIMCO draft first 2020 bunker clause
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has helped shipping association BIMCO draft its first clause relating to the International Maritime Organization's 2020 sulphur emission rules. Shipping 
• HFW wins court of appeal victory in landmark Australian dispute
  24/09/2018
  Read more about HFW wins court of appeal victory in landmark Australian dispute
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has helped Rio Tinto subsidiary Hamersley Iron Pty Ltd successfully overturn a Supreme Court decision in a dispute that will have significant implications for insolvency proceedings in Australia. Asia Pacific 
• HFW Continues International Expansion with Houston Energy Partner Hire
  24/09/2018
  Read more about HFW Continues International Expansion with Houston Energy Partner Hire
  Sector-focused law firm HFW has boosted its Houston office and its global energy practice with the hire of partner Derek J. Anchondo. Houston  USA & Canada  Energy 
• HFW Grows international insurance and reinsurance capability with partner hire
  20/09/2018
  Read more about HFW Grows international insurance and reinsurance capability with partner hire
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has boosted its insurance and reinsurance practice with the recruitment of Carol-Ann Burton, who has re-joined the firm as a partner in London. Carol-Ann previously worked as a consultant to the firm in London and the Middle East. London 
• HFW Continues Asia-Pacific Push with Senior Partner Move
  06/09/2018
  Read more about HFW Continues Asia-Pacific Push with Senior Partner Move
  Sector-focused law firm HFW has further strengthened its fast-growing Asia-Pacific practice by relocating senior partner Noel Campbell from London to Hong Kong. Hong Kong  Asia Pacific  Fraud and Insolvency 
• HFW named most active firm for arbitration-related litigation
  04/09/2018
  Read more about HFW named most active firm for arbitration-related litigation
  The Lawyer's latest Litigation Tracker report has revealed HFW to be the most active law firm for arbitration-related litigation. Dispute Resolution 
• HFW Advises RBS and NatWest on $2.2 Billion Danaos Restructuring
  30/08/2018
  Read more about HFW Advises RBS and NatWest on $2.2 Billion Danaos Restructuring
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has advised The Royal Bank of Scotland plc and NatWest Markets plc in connection with the US$2.2 billion debt restructuring of Danaos Corporation and its subsidiaries.
• HFW named Market-Leading Insurance Practice in Chambers Latin America 2019
  14/08/2018
  Read more about HFW named Market-Leading Insurance Practice in Chambers Latin America 2019
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has once again been recognised as a market-leading insurance practice in the 2019 edition of Chambers Latin America, a guide to the region's best lawyers and law firms. Latin America  Latin America 
• HFW continues to expand global construction team with London Partner hire
  30/07/2018
  Read more about HFW continues to expand global construction team with London Partner hire
  Sector-focused law firm HFW has continued to expand its fast-growing global construction practice with the hire of partner Kijong Nam. Construction 
• HFW Sector Experts Named In Inaugural Legal 500 Hall Of Fame
  25/07/2018
  Read more about HFW Sector Experts Named In Inaugural Legal 500 Hall Of Fame
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has seen five partners named in The Legal 500's inaugural Hall of Fame UK. Insurance & Reinsurance  Shipping  Fraud and Insolvency  Commodities 
• HFW Advises Greek State on €535m Sale of Gas Transmission Operator
  24/07/2018
  Read more about HFW Advises Greek State on €535m Sale of Gas Transmission Operator
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has advised the Hellenic Republic Asset Development Fund (HRADF) on the €535 million sale of its 66 percent stake in Greek natural gas transmission system operator DESFA. Corporate 
• HFW Recognised as Market-leading Yachts and Private Jets Practice in Chambers HNW 2018
  24/07/2018
  Read more about HFW Recognised as Market-leading Yachts and Private Jets Practice in Chambers HNW 2018
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has once again been recognised as a market-leading Yachts, Superyachts and Private Jets practice in the 2018 edition of Chambers and Partners HNW. Shipping  Aerospace 
• HFW Advises TSX-Listed Savaria On Acquisition of Garaventa Accessibility
  23/07/2018
  Read more about HFW Advises TSX-Listed Savaria On Acquisition of Garaventa Accessibility
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has advised Toronto Stock Exchange-listed Savaria Corporation on its acquisition of Garaventa Accessibility AG.
• Rhian Clayton-Payne Named 'Rising Star' By Airfinance Journal
  20/07/2018
  Read more about Rhian Clayton-Payne Named 'Rising Star' By Airfinance Journal
  HFW aerospace senior associate Rhian Clayton-Payne has been recognised as a Rising Star by Airfinance Journal in its Guide to Aviation Lawyers 2018.  Aerospace  Singapore  Asia Pacific 
• HFW continues M&A run with advice on major logistics deal
  17/07/2018
  Read more about HFW continues M&A run with advice on major logistics deal
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has continued its run of M&A deals, advising The Pallet Network (TPN) on its £52.8 million sale to Eddie Stobart Logistics plc by mid-market private equity firm LDC. Logistics  Commercial  Corporate 
• HFW ranked as one of UK's top social mobility employers
  11/07/2018
  Read more about HFW ranked as one of UK's top social mobility employers
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has once again been ranked as one of the UK's top social mobility employers.
• HFW continues international expansion with senior Brussels partner hire July 2018
  04/07/2018
  Read more about HFW continues international expansion with senior Brussels partner hire July 2018
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has boosted its Brussels office with the hire of senior partner Emmanuel Roger France. Brussels  Finance  Insurance & Reinsurance 
• HFW continues Middle East expansion with senior partner hire
  02/07/2018
  Read more about HFW continues Middle East expansion with senior partner hire
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has continued to expand its fast-growing Middle East practice with the hire of senior disputes partner James Harbridge. Dubai  Dispute Resolution  Middle East 
• HFW wins precedent-setting derivatives case
  25/06/2018
  Read more about HFW wins precedent-setting derivatives case
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has successfully defended its client in a precedent-setting derivatives case involving proceedings in Denmark and before the English High Court.
• HFW appointed as Honorary Solicitors to Worshipful Company of Shipwrights
  22/06/2018
  Read more about HFW appointed as Honorary Solicitors to Worshipful Company of Shipwrights
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has been appointed as Honorary Solicitors to one of the City of London's oldest livery companies, The Worshipful Company of Shipwrights. Shipping  London 
• HFW continues international expansion with Brazil Cooperation and Senior Partner hire
  19/06/2018
  Read more about HFW continues international expansion with Brazil Cooperation and Senior Partner hire
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has boosted its Latin America presence by hiring Brazil's leading aviation partner, Julio Costa, and entering into a cooperation arrangement with a newly established local firm, CAL. Aerospace  Brazil  Latin America 
• HFW Boosts Greek Ship Finance with Partner Appointment and Senior Associate Hire as Office Celebrates 25th Anniversary
  14/06/2018
  Read more about HFW Boosts Greek Ship Finance with Partner Appointment and Senior Associate Hire as Office Celebrates 25th Anniversary
  Sector-focused law firm HFW has boosted its leading Greek ship finance practice with the promotion of Piraeus consultant Kalliopi Karaiskaki to partner and the hire of senior associate Dimitra Gelti.
• HFW Accompanies UK Shipping Minister on official visit to China
  01/06/2018
  Read more about HFW Accompanies UK Shipping Minister on official visit to China
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has accompanied the UK's Minister for Shipping, Nusrat Ghani MP, on an official visit to China. Shipping  London  Hong Kong 
• HFW continues to expand global construction practice with Hong Kong Partner hire
  23/05/2018
  Read more about HFW continues to expand global construction practice with Hong Kong Partner hire
  Sector-focused law firm HFW has continued to expand its global construction practice with the hire of partner Ben Bury. Construction 
• HFW continues insurance M&A run with advice to private equity firm Livingbridge in Coversure MBO
  17/05/2018
  Read more about HFW continues insurance M&A run with advice to private equity firm Livingbridge in Coversure MBO
  International law firm HFW has continued its run of insurance M&A deals, advising private equity firm Livingbridge on the management buyout of one of the UK's leading independent insurance brokers, Coversure Insurance Services Group (CISG). Insurance & Reinsurance 
• HFW recognised as a leading global insurance practice by industry guide
  04/05/2018
  Read more about HFW recognised as a leading global insurance practice by industry guide
  Sector-focused law firm HFW has been recognised as one of the market's leading global insurance practices by Who's Who Legal.
• HFW secures rare Court of Appeal Enforcement of Chinese Arbitral Award
  23/04/2018
  Read more about HFW secures rare Court of Appeal Enforcement of Chinese Arbitral Award
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has secured a major win in the English Court of Appeal, which has upheld the enforcement of a significant Chinese arbitration award in favour of the firm's client, despite claims that it was "tainted" by fraud. Commodities 
• HFW recognised as a leading international firm in the Legal 500 EMEA
  18/04/2018
  Read more about HFW recognised as a leading international firm in the Legal 500 EMEA
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has once again been recognised as a leading firm in the 2018 edition of The Legal 500 EMEA, a guide to the best lawyers and law firms across Europe, the Middle East and Africa.
• HFW Named Among World's Leading International Arbitration Firms
  11/04/2018
  Read more about HFW Named Among World's Leading International Arbitration Firms
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has once again been recognised as a leading arbitration firm in the latest edition of the GAR 100. Dispute Resolution  London  Paris  Geneva  Singapore  Australia  Hong Kong  Dubai 
• HFW Bolsters Market-Leading Shipping Practice With Senior Partner Hire April 2018
  09/04/2018
  Read more about HFW Bolsters Market-Leading Shipping Practice With Senior Partner Hire April 2018
  Global, sector‑focused law firm HFW has boosted its market‑leading shipping practice with the hire of senior partner Nick Fisher. Shipping  London 
• HFW continues international investment with eight partner promotions
  27/03/2018
  Read more about HFW continues international investment with eight partner promotions
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has today announced the promotion of eight new partners, effective 1 April 2018.
• HFW achieves top-tier rankings in Chambers Europe 2018
  13/03/2018
  Read more about HFW achieves top-tier rankings in Chambers Europe 2018
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has once again been recognised as a leading firm in the 2018 edition of Chambers Europe, a guide to the region's best lawyers and law firms. Eastern Europe & Russia 
• HFW lawyers named among inaugural Acritas
  12/03/2018
  Read more about HFW lawyers named among inaugural Acritas
  We are very pleased to announce that 13 HFW lawyers have been named as "Star" practitioners by market research company Acritas.
• New report reveals HFW as most active firm in UK Commercial Court
  08/03/2018
  Read more about New report reveals HFW as most active firm in UK Commercial Court
  A new report has revealed HFW to be the most active law firm in the UK Commercial Court over the past two years. Dispute Resolution 
• HFW wins China Insurance, International Trade and Shipping Awards
  06/03/2018
  Read more about HFW wins China Insurance, International Trade and Shipping Awards
  HFW has won three awards at the China Business Law Awards 2017-18. Insurance & Reinsurance  International Trade Regulation  Shipping  Asia Pacific  Hong Kong  Shanghai 
• HFW Launches Online Risk and Regulatory Compliance Training Platform With GDPR Courses
  06/03/2018
  Read more about HFW Launches Online Risk and Regulatory Compliance Training Platform With GDPR Courses
  Global sector-focused law firm HFW has launched an online training platform and bespoke mobile app that will help organisations avoid costly fines for compliance breaches.
• HFW wins $70M arbitration appeal in English High Court March 2018
  05/03/2018
  Read more about HFW wins $70M arbitration appeal in English High Court March 2018
  HFW has successfully had a $70 million London arbitration award against one of its clients set aside following an appeal to the English High Court.
• HFW recognised as a leading international firm in Chambers Global 2018
  16/02/2018
  Read more about HFW recognised as a leading international firm in Chambers Global 2018
  Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has once again been recognised as a leading firm in the 2018 edition of Chambers Global, a guide to the world's best lawyers and law firms.
• HFW underlines sustainability commitment with Planet Mark sponsorship
  02/02/2018
  Read more about HFW underlines sustainability commitment with Planet Mark sponsorship
  Global sector-focused law firm HFW has underlined its commitment to corporate responsibility with sponsorship of a Planet Mark event on sustainability.
• HFW wins Insurance Law Firm of the Year at MENA IR Awards, 1 February 2018
  01/02/2018
  Read more about HFW wins Insurance Law Firm of the Year at MENA IR Awards, 1 February 2018
  HFW has been named Insurance Law Firm of the Year at the MENA IR Insurance Awards 2018.
• HFW continues Asia-Pacific expansion with triple Singapore Partner hire, 25 January 2018
  24/01/2018
  Read more about HFW continues Asia-Pacific expansion with triple Singapore Partner hire, 25 January 2018
  HFW has continued to expand its fast-growing Asia-Pacific business with the addition of three partners to its longstanding Singapore office: Finance partner Siri Wennevik, projects and energy partner Alistair Duffield and corporate partner Ivan Chia. Singapore 
• HFW listed as a popular litigation adviser to FTSE 100
  21/12/2017
  Read more about HFW listed as a popular litigation adviser to FTSE 100
  HFW's Litigation team has been listed as one of the most popular litigation advisers to FTSE 100 as reported in new data gathered for The Lawyer’s FTSE 100 report published on 19 December 2017. Dispute Resolution 
• HFW sponsors the Noon Award at the 2017 Global Equality & Diversity (GED) Conference
  30/11/2017
  Read more about HFW sponsors the Noon Award at the 2017 Global Equality & Diversity (GED) Conference
  HFW are proud to have sponsored the Noon Award for the second year at the annual Global Equality & Diversity (GED) Conference at the Crowne Plaza in the Docklands on Thursday 30 November.
• HFW commended by the United Nations Security Council
  28/11/2017
  Read more about HFW commended by the United Nations Security Council
  Richard Neylon, George Lamplough, Michael Ritter and Hao-Ling Yau of HFW are principal members of the Hostage Support Partnership (HSP), a collaboration between HFW, Les Edwards of the risk management company, Compass Risk Management and John Steed, of the non-governmental organisation Oceans Beyond Piracy. Shipping 
• HFW continues expansion of Australian construction team with lateral hires and inter office moves
  13/11/2017
  Read more about HFW continues expansion of Australian construction team with lateral hires and inter office moves
  HFW's expansion of its construction capability in Australia has been enhanced by the arrival of Partner Alex McKellar and Associate, Jarrod Gutsa to our Melbourne office from an established Australian firm, together with Senior Associate Kim Moore and Associate Chris Cho who have relocated to the Melbourne office from HFW's Hong Kong office. Construction  Australia 
• Chambers UK 2018 published
  07/11/2017
  Read more about Chambers UK 2018 published
  Chambers UK were published last week and we are delighted to have maintained our Band 1 rankings for Aviation, Commodities: Physicals, Shipping, Transport: Logistics and our Band 2 rankings for Asset Finance, Finance Insurance: Contentious Claims, Insurance: Reinsurance and Travel: Regulatory and Commercial. Aerospace  Construction  Commodities  Energy  Financial Institutions  Insurance & Reinsurance  Logistics  Mining  Ports & Terminals  Shipping  Yachts  Travel, Cruise & Leisure  London 
• HFW expands Asia-Pac presence with the launch of a new association
  03/11/2017
  Read more about HFW expands Asia-Pac presence with the launch of a new association
  Global law firm HFW today announced the expansion of its Asia Pacific practice with the launch of a new association in Indonesia, taking the total number of lawyers working across the region to 104.
• HFW wins Maritime Law Firm of the Year at Lloyd's List Awards
  03/11/2017
  Read more about HFW wins Maritime Law Firm of the Year at Lloyd's List Awards
  On Thursday, 26 October, HFW was awarded the Maritime Law Firm of the Year Award at the Lloyd's List Asia Pacific Awards 2017. Shipping 
• Supreme Court clarifies situs of debts represented by letters of credit
  25/10/2017
  Read more about Supreme Court clarifies situs of debts represented by letters of credit
  In a judgment given on Wednesday 25 October 2017 the Supreme Court has overturned the Power Curber decision and has held that there is no special rule relating to debts represented by letters of credit and that the situs of such debts is, as is usually the case, where the debtor is. The Court also clarified the circumstances in which a receivership order could be made by way of equitable execution. Commodities 
• HFW Australia welcomes Construction Team in Sydney
  13/10/2017
  Read more about HFW Australia welcomes Construction Team in Sydney
  HFW Australia (the newly rebranded Holman Fenwick Willan), is pleased to announce the appointment of Ian Gordon as a Partner, who will work from the firm's Sydney and Perth offices. Ian and his associate, Beth Mulock, joined the firm in September 2017. Construction 
• Legal 500 UK 2017 published
  13/10/2017
  Read more about Legal 500 UK 2017 published
  We are delighted to have maintained our Tier 1 rankings in Aviation, Shipping, Travel and Commodities (Physicals) and our Tier 2 rankings for Commodities (Derivatives), Trade Finance, Insurance and Reinsurance, and Corporate and Regulatory.
• HFW wins the Law firm of the Year 2017 at European & UK Captive Services Awards
  11/10/2017
  Read more about HFW wins the Law firm of the Year 2017 at European & UK Captive Services Awards
  The European & UK Captive Services Award series recognises and rewards those captive insurance service providers that have demonstrated exceptional customer service and innovative product development.
• World Mental Health Day Tuesday 10 October 2017
  10/10/2017
  Read more about World Mental Health Day Tuesday 10 October 2017
  Mental health in the workplace is an important topic for HFW and so we are delighted that it is the theme of World Mental Health Day 2017.
• HFW wins Maritime Law Firm of the Year at the ALB Hong Kong Law Awards 2017
  15/09/2017
  Read more about HFW wins Maritime Law Firm of the Year at the ALB Hong Kong Law Awards 2017
  HFW again won the Maritime Law Firm of the Year at the ALB Hong Kong Law Awards 2017, held at the Conrad on Friday, 8 September. Shipping  Hong Kong  Asia Pacific 
• HFW’s Shipping Group chooses the Mission to Seafarers as Global Charity Partner
  12/09/2017
  Read more about HFW’s Shipping Group chooses the Mission to Seafarers as Global Charity Partner
  HFW to provide legal, practical and financial support to the Mission to Seafarers in three-year deal Shipping 
• HFW welcomes new Property & Projects team in Sydney
  18/08/2017
  Read more about HFW welcomes new Property & Projects team in Sydney
  HFW Australia (the newly rebranded Holman Fenwick Willan), is pleased to announce the appointment of Thomas Wait as a Partner, based in the firm's Sydney office. Thomas and his team of three including senior associate, Monique Jennings, joined the firm in August 2017. Construction  Australia 
• Export Controls and Sanctions Law Firm of the Year Awards 2017 (World ECR)
  02/08/2017
  Read more about Export Controls and Sanctions Law Firm of the Year Awards 2017 (World ECR)
  HFW has won the dual accolade of being World ECR's winner of both the Export Controls and Sanctions Law Firm of the Year (Europe) 2017.
• HFW strengthens Asia Pacific shipping team
  28/07/2017
  Read more about HFW strengthens Asia Pacific shipping team
  From 1 August 2017, the HFW's Asia Pacific shipping team will be enhanced by the arrival from London of partners Toby Stephens and John Forrester. They join at a busy period for the Singapore office and will combine with our strong existing team to boost specific legal services we offer our clients in Singapore and the region. Shipping  Asia Pacific 
• HFW sur la cession par AREVA de sa participation dans MAINCO COMPAGNIE POUR LA MAITRISE DES APPROVISIONNEMENTS INDUSTRIELS
  11/07/2017
  Read more about HFW sur la cession par AREVA de sa participation dans MAINCO COMPAGNIE POUR LA MAITRISE DES APPROVISIONNEMENTS INDUSTRIELS
  HFW conseille AREVA dans le cadre de la cession de sa filiale de logistique spécialisée, MAINCO COMPAGNIE POUR LA MAITRISE DES APPROVISIONNEMENTS INDUSTRIELS, au profit du groupe ALT Paris 
• HFW and Grant Thornton: Brexit Japan
  10/07/2017
  Read more about HFW and Grant Thornton: Brexit Japan
  On 28 June 2017, HFW hosted a joint event with Grant Thornton on Brexit in Tokyo. International Trade Regulation  EU, Competition and Trade Regulatory 
• HFW et DPJA sur la cession d’alto invest a Eiffel Investment Group
  05/07/2017
  Read more about HFW et DPJA sur la cession d’alto invest a Eiffel Investment Group
  HFW conseille les Associés Fondateurs de Alto Invest, dans le cadre de son acquisition par Eiffel Investment Group Paris 
• HFW fete ses 40 ans de presence a Paris
  05/07/2017
  Read more about HFW fete ses 40 ans de presence a Paris
  40 ans se sont écoulés depuis l'ouverture du bureau parisien du cabinet d'avocats HFW (Holman Fenwick Willan). Paris 
• We are now HFW
  30/06/2017
  Read more about We are now HFW
  In an ever competitive landscape, it's more important than ever to clearly articulate what differentiates us, highlighting our unique strengths and focusing on the attributes that set us apart from others. Aerospace  Construction  Commodities  Energy  Financial Institutions  Insurance & Reinsurance  Logistics  Mining  Ports & Terminals  Shipping  Space  Yachts  Travel, Cruise & Leisure  EU, Competition and Trade Regulatory  Corporate  Dispute Resolution  Finance  Projects  Financial Services Regulation  Commercial  International Trade Regulation  Employment  Fraud and Insolvency  Oil and Gas  Government Services 
• HFW is a Top 50 employer for social mobility
  21/06/2017
  Read more about HFW is a Top 50 employer for social mobility
  HFW has today been ranked as one of the Top 50 employers in the UK’s first-ever Social Mobility Employer Index
• HFW are proud to be supporting The Green Ribbon Campaign
  12/05/2017
  Read more about HFW are proud to be supporting The Green Ribbon Campaign
  During Mental Health Awareness Week, 8-12 May 2017, HFW are proud to be supporting The Green Ribbon Campaign. Whilst this campaign has been initiated by numerous organisations in London, we feel that the principles are relevant to every jurisdiction in which we have an office.
• HFW moving for style and scale
  02/05/2017
  Read more about HFW moving for style and scale
  International law firm HFW has announced the relocation of its Perth office. The home of Western Australia's premier Energy practice and with a strong presence in the Construction and Shipping sectors, HFW Perth will move to Level 15 Brookfield Place Tower 2 as of 8 May 2017. Australia 
• HFW elects three new Partners and four Legal Directors – a newly created role in recognition of alternatives to partnership
  28/04/2017
  Read more about HFW elects three new Partners and four Legal Directors – a newly created role in recognition of alternatives to partnership
  In line with the firm's focus on sector specialisation and reflecting the firm's international reach and client base, Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) has today announced promotions across our London, Brussels and Hong Kong offices of three Partner and four Legal Directors – a newly created role in recognition of an alternative career to partnership. The promotions are effective from 1 April 2017.
• Obituary: James Clibbon
  25/04/2017
  Read more about Obituary: James Clibbon
  Holman Fenwick Willan is deeply saddened to announce the death of James Clibbon, an Insurance Partner in the firm's London office, on 24 April. Insurance & Reinsurance  London 
• HFW advises ICTSI on Thessaloniki port privatisation
  30/03/2017
  Read more about HFW advises ICTSI on Thessaloniki port privatisation
  International ports and terminals specialist Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) is advising International Container Terminal Services Inc. (ICTSI) on its bid for a two-thirds stake in Thessaloniki Port Authority S.A. (ThPA) Ports & Terminals 
• HFW strengthens its Middle East Construction, Arbitration and Real Estate practices with key joiners
  23/03/2017
  Read more about HFW strengthens its Middle East Construction, Arbitration and Real Estate practices with key joiners
  HFW is delighted to announce the strengthening of its construction and arbitration practice in the Middle East with the recent arrival of partner and arbitrator, Beau McLaren. Construction  Commercial  Middle East  Dubai  Riyadh  Beirut  Kuwait 
• HFW continues to grow its commodities practice with the recruitment of transactional and regulatory specialist Adam Topping
  21/03/2017
  Read more about HFW continues to grow its commodities practice with the recruitment of transactional and regulatory specialist Adam Topping
  International law firm Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) continues to expand its leading commodities practice with the recruitment of Adam Topping who has joined as a Partner in London. Commodities 
• HFW selected to Tier 1 of the Crown Commercial Services General Legal Services Panel as part of PwC-led consortium
  13/03/2017
  Read more about HFW selected to Tier 1 of the Crown Commercial Services General Legal Services Panel as part of PwC-led consortium
  Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) in consortium with PwC, Sharpe Pritchard LLP and Howes Percival LLP, is delighted to have been selected to the Crown Commercial Services General Legal Services Panel for Central Government as a Tier 1 Provider. EU, Competition and Trade Regulatory  London 
• Richard Jadot rejoint le cabinet Holman Fenwick Willan en qualité d'associe
  09/03/2017
  Read more about Richard Jadot rejoint le cabinet Holman Fenwick Willan en qualité d'associe
  Le cabinet d'avocats international Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) renforce à nouveau son équipe bancaire avec l'arrivée de Richard Jadot, Responsable de l'équipe Banque Finance d'Hogan Lovells. Finance  Paris 
• HFW continues to grow its finance practice with a new partner joining its Paris office in March 2017
  08/03/2017
  Read more about HFW continues to grow its finance practice with a new partner joining its Paris office in March 2017
  International law firm Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) continues to strengthen its finance practice with the hire of Richard Jadot, the former Head of banking practice of Hogan Lovells in Paris, who has joined as a Partner in Paris. Financial Institutions  Aerospace  Energy  Finance 
• HFW continues to grow its construction practice with two new partners joining at the end of February 2017
  23/02/2017
  Read more about HFW continues to grow its construction practice with two new partners joining at the end of February 2017
  International law firm Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) continues to expand its construction practice with the recruitment of Beau McLaren who has joined as a Partner in Dubai and Ben Mellors who has joined as a Partner in London. Construction  London  Dubai 
• Holman Fenwick Willan advises on banking acquisition by Agri group
  16/02/2017
  Read more about Holman Fenwick Willan advises on banking acquisition by Agri group
  HFW has advised longstanding client MK Group on the proposed acquisition of Alpha Bank's Serbian subsidiary. Financial Institutions  Eastern Europe & Russia 
• Holman Fenwick Willan wins the Law firm of the Year 2017 at UK Captive Services Awards
  10/02/2017
  Read more about Holman Fenwick Willan wins the Law firm of the Year 2017 at UK Captive Services Awards
  For the second year in a row, and the third time in the past four years, HFW has won Law firm of the Year 2017 at UK Captive Services Awards. Insurance & Reinsurance 
• Holman Fenwick Willan conseil de Diaverum dans le cadre de l'acquisition d'un nouveau centre de dialyse
  06/02/2017
  Read more about Holman Fenwick Willan conseil de Diaverum dans le cadre de l'acquisition d'un nouveau centre de dialyse
  Le cabinet d'avocats international Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) a conseillé Diaverum, leader des soins néphrologiques en Europe, dans le cadre de l'acquisition d'un centre de néphrologie et de dialyse, CADE (Centre d'Autodialyse D'Epinay), situé à Epinay-sur-Seine en Seine Saint-Denis. Paris 
• HFW advised Publicis Groupe on its equity investment in MetaDesign
  31/01/2017
  Read more about HFW advised Publicis Groupe on its equity investment in MetaDesign
  International law firm Holman Fenwick Willan advised Paris-based Publicis Groupe (world's third largest communications group) on its equity investment in Swiss and US branding firm MetaDesign. Corporate  Finance 
• Holman Fenwick Willan conseil de Publicis Groupe sur sa prise de participation dans MetaDesign
  31/01/2017
  Read more about Holman Fenwick Willan conseil de Publicis Groupe sur sa prise de participation dans MetaDesign
  Le cabinet d'avocats international Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) a conseillé Publicis Groupe, 3ème groupe mondial de communication, dans le cadre de sa prise de participation dans MetaDesign, une agence spécialisée dans les stratégies de marque et présente aux Etats-Unis et en Suisse. Corporate  Finance 
• Holman Fenwick Willan continues to strengthen Middle East offering with real estate Legal Director hire
  23/01/2017
  Read more about Holman Fenwick Willan continues to strengthen Middle East offering with real estate Legal Director hire
  International specialist law firm Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) has appointed Dubai-based real estate expert Sydene Helwick as a Legal Director. Commercial  Middle East  Dubai 
• HFW Partner Elinor Dautlich appointed Co-Chair of the IBA's Maritime and Transport Law Committee
  05/01/2017
  Read more about HFW Partner Elinor Dautlich appointed Co-Chair of the IBA's Maritime and Transport Law Committee
  HFW's London-based Head of Finance Elinor Dautlich will take up the position of Co-Chair of the International Bar Association's (IBA) Maritime and Transport Law Committee, effective January 2017. Elinor is the first woman to be appointed in the position of Chair of this Committee. Finance  Shipping  Travel, Cruise & Leisure 
• Holman Fenwick Willan former Partner awarded OBE in New Year's Honours List
  03/01/2017
  Read more about Holman Fenwick Willan former Partner awarded OBE in New Year's Honours List
  Leading international law firm Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) is delighted to announce that former Partner James Gosling (previously head of the Admiralty department and now a Consultant with the firm) has been appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in the New Year's Honours announced on 30 December 2016. Shipping 
• HFW Partners Craig Neame, Jim Cashman and Anthony Woolich are recognised in Lloyd's List Top 100 Most Influential People in Shipping 2016
  20/12/2016
  Read more about HFW Partners Craig Neame, Jim Cashman and Anthony Woolich are recognised in Lloyd's List Top 100 Most Influential People in Shipping 2016
  Lloyd's List has published the seventh annual report of the Top 100 Most Influential People in Shipping and we are delighted that Partners Craig Neame and Jim Cashman have placed joint number one, with Anthony Woolich placing in at number seven of the Top 10 Lawyers list this year. Shipping 
• Holman Fenwick Willan wins the i-Law Maritime Lawyer of the Year, Lloyd’s List Middle East and Indian Subcontinent Awards 2016
  08/12/2016
  Read more about Holman Fenwick Willan wins the i-Law Maritime Lawyer of the Year, Lloyd’s List Middle East and Indian Subcontinent Awards 2016
  The Lloyd’s List Awards series recognises the industry’s successes, setting a benchmark for excellence while rewarding innovative ideas and concepts that have pushed the boundaries of what is possible. Dubai  Riyadh  Beirut  Kuwait  Middle East  Shipping 
• Holman Fenwick Willan advises APAX Partners on the financing of the acquisition of Telemar
  07/12/2016
  Read more about Holman Fenwick Willan advises APAX Partners on the financing of the acquisition of Telemar
  Earlier this year (June 2016), Apax Partners completed the acquisition of Marlink, a provider of tailored communications solutions. By combining Telemar and Marlink, Apax will constitute the world's leading maritime communications, digital solutions and servicing specialist for all customer segments at sea including Shipping, Offshore, Cruise & Ferry, Yachting and Fishing. Finance  Corporate 
• HFW merges with US firm Legge Farrow in major strategic drive into US energy and marine markets
  28/11/2016
  Read more about HFW merges with US firm Legge Farrow in major strategic drive into US energy and marine markets
  On 3 January 2017 international law firm Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) will be merging with leading US energy and marine firm Legge, Farrow, Kimmitt, McGrath & Brown LLP, based in Houston, Texas. The merger is a major strategic development for both firms, bringing significant benefit to their clients. USA & Canada  London  Paris  Brussels  Geneva  Piraeus  Dubai  Shanghai  Hong Kong  Singapore  Brazil  Riyadh  Beirut  Kuwait  Australia 
• HFW advises on novel trade finance securitisation
  15/11/2016
  Read more about HFW advises on novel trade finance securitisation
  Commodities and trade finance specialist law firm Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) has advised on the establishment of one of the first securitisations of both existing and future trade finance receivables. The securitisation structure will enable Luxembourg-based asset manager Synthesis to access the capital markets (including retail investors) through a medium term note (MTN) programme established by three special purpose issuers, Synthesis Trade Finance I SA, Synthesis Trade Finance II SA and Synthesis Trade Finance III SA, in order to provide trade finance to the commodities market. The programme allows for the issue of notes with an aggregate principal amount of up to US$500million, but can be increased. Notes issued under the programme will be listed on the Luxembourg Stock Exchange, and admitted to trading on the Euro MTF Market of the Luxembourg Stock Exchange. Finance 
• HFW successfully defends US$120m brokerage claim in English High Court
  11/11/2016
  Read more about HFW successfully defends US$120m brokerage claim in English High Court
  In a claim of originally US$120m, Holman Fenwick Willan LLP (HFW) worked with another leading law firm to successfully defend a subsidiary of China International United Petroleum & Chemicals Co., Ltd (Unipec Beijing), (the subsidiary being Unipec UK) against claims by brokers, Pan Oceanic Charterers Inc. (POC).
• Crew of NAHAM 3 released by pirates after over four and a half years in captivity
  24/10/2016
  Read more about Crew of NAHAM 3 released by pirates after over four and a half years in captivity
  A team of HFW lawyers has played an integral role in the successful release of 26 seafarer hostages from Somali pirates on 21 October 2016. Shipping  Africa 
• HFW awarded indemnity costs against Scottish authorities in Rangers case.
  21/10/2016
  Read more about HFW awarded indemnity costs against Scottish authorities in Rangers case.
  Administrative Court rules that the actions of Crown Office and Police Scotland in obtaining and executing a search warrant at HFW's London offices in December 2015 were "an abuse of state power". The Rangers FC investigators must now pay costs of injunctive and judicial review proceedings pursued by HFW on the indemnity basis. Insurance & Reinsurance 
• HFW nominated for Litigation and Dispute Resolution Team of the Year at The British Legal Awards 2016
  14/10/2016
  Read more about HFW nominated for Litigation and Dispute Resolution Team of the Year at The British Legal Awards 2016
  We are delighted to announce HFW has been nominated for Litigation and Dispute Resolution Team of the Year at The British Legal Awards 2016 Dispute Resolution 
• ATLANTIK CONFIDENCE - cargo insurers
  11/10/2016
  Read more about ATLANTIK CONFIDENCE - cargo insurers
  In a groundbreaking judgment handed down today (11 October 2016), HFW has successfully acted for cargo insurers in a case where it is believed that, for the first time anywhere in the UK, limits under the Convention on Limitation of Liability for Maritime Claims 1976 (as amended) have been broken. Shipping  Insurance & Reinsurance 
• HFW win Maritime Lawyer of the Year at the Lloyd's List Global Awards 2016
  06/10/2016
  Read more about HFW win Maritime Lawyer of the Year at the Lloyd's List Global Awards 2016
  Holman Fenwick Willan won the Maritime Lawyer of the Year 2016 at the Lloyd's List Global Awards, held at the National Maritime Museum in Greenwich on 28 September. The awards were attended by 450 industry professionals and were hosted by Fiona Bruce. Shipping  London  Paris  Brussels  Geneva  Piraeus  Dubai  Shanghai  Hong Kong  Singapore  Brazil  Riyadh  Beirut  Kuwait  Australia 
• HFW advises Panama Canal Authority on major port PPP
  06/10/2016
  Read more about HFW advises Panama Canal Authority on major port PPP
  A team of HFW lawyers led by Partners Alex Kyriakoulis and Alistair Mackie, and including Matthew Gore and Joseph Botham are advising the Panama Canal Authority (the ACP) on the development of a new container terminal, part of the wider Panama Canal expansion project. Ports & Terminals  Finance  Shipping 
• Holman Fenwick Willan appoints new COO
  26/09/2016
  Read more about Holman Fenwick Willan appoints new COO
  International law firm Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) has appointed a new Chief Operating Officer, Justin Young, who joins the firm on 26 September.
• HFW continues investment in finance practice with Partner hire in Paris
  20/09/2016
  Read more about HFW continues investment in finance practice with Partner hire in Paris
  International law firm HFW has appointed Paris-based finance expert Diane de Moüy as Partner, effective as of 20 September. Finance  Paris 
• Holman Fenwick Willan continues to strengthen Geneva office with Partner hire
  15/09/2016
  Read more about Holman Fenwick Willan continues to strengthen Geneva office with Partner hire
  International law firm Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) has significantly strengthened its presence in Geneva this year with the appointment of three new partners. Geneva  Corporate  Commodities  International Trade Regulation 
• HFW marks 10 year anniversary in Australia
  23/08/2016
  Read more about HFW marks 10 year anniversary in Australia
  International law firm Holman Fenwick Willan marked the occasion of its 10 year anniversary in Australia recently as they hosted a client event at their new Melbourne offices at 600 Bourke St. Asia Pacific  Australia 
• Holman Fenwick Willan continues to invest in corporate practice with Geneva Partner hire
  09/08/2016
  Read more about Holman Fenwick Willan continues to invest in corporate practice with Geneva Partner hire
  International law firm Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) continues to invest in its international corporate practice with the hire of Partner Georges Racine in Geneva. Corporate  Geneva 
• Holman Fenwick Willan continues to strengthen insurance practice with Partner hire
  26/07/2016
  Read more about Holman Fenwick Willan continues to strengthen insurance practice with Partner hire
  International law firm Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) continues to strengthen its insurance and reinsurance practice with the recruitment of Partner Christopher Foster who joins the London office, effective 25 July 2016. Insurance & Reinsurance  London 
• Holman Fenwick Willan takes action on Equal Representation in Arbitration
  26/07/2016
  Read more about Holman Fenwick Willan takes action on Equal Representation in Arbitration
  International law firm Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) has signed the Equal Representation in Arbitration Pledge to encourage and enable more women to join the arbitration community. Dispute Resolution 
• England's Supreme Court hands down significant judgment
  20/07/2016
  Read more about England's Supreme Court hands down significant judgment
  A team of HFW lawyers led by Partner Jim Cashman, including Senior Associates Emilie Bokor-Ingram and Alex Kemp, successfully represented the owners of the DC MERWESTONE in reversing the Court of Appeal's decision which upheld that the rule on forfeiture of fraudulent claims be extended to apply to fraudulent means or devices. Shipping  London 
• Holman Fenwick Willan grows international construction practice with Partner hire
  05/07/2016
  Read more about Holman Fenwick Willan grows international construction practice with Partner hire
  International law firm Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) continues to expand its international construction practice with the recruitment of Martin Downey who joins the firm's Hong Kong office as Partner and head of the Hong Kong construction practice, effective 5 July 2016. Construction  Hong Kong  Asia Pacific  Middle East  USA & Canada  Dispute Resolution 
• Holman Fenwick Willan partners with GTR (Global Trade Review) to launch an industry-wide trade finance survey, June 2016
  22/06/2016
  Read more about Holman Fenwick Willan partners with GTR (Global Trade Review) to launch an industry-wide trade finance survey, June 2016
  HFW is delighted to be partnering with GTR (Global Trade Review) to launch an industry-wide trade finance survey "Financing the future: looking ahead in commodity trade finance". International Trade Regulation  Finance  Commodities  London  Paris  Brussels  Geneva  Piraeus  Dubai  Shanghai  Hong Kong  Singapore  Brazil  Riyadh  Beirut  Kuwait  Australia 
• Holman Fenwick Willan grows international insurance and reinsurance capability with significant hires
  13/06/2016
  Read more about Holman Fenwick Willan grows international insurance and reinsurance capability with significant hires
  International law firm Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) cements international development across the insurance and reinsurance practice with the recruitment of Adam Strong who has joined as a Partner in London and Rosie Ng who has joined the firm's Hong Kong office as a Consultant. Insurance & Reinsurance  London  Dispute Resolution  Asia Pacific  Eastern Europe & Russia 
• HFW continues to strengthen its fraud and insolvency practice with Senior Associate hire
  25/05/2016
  Read more about HFW continues to strengthen its fraud and insolvency practice with Senior Associate hire
  International law firm Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) continues to expand its fraud & insolvency practice with the recruitment of David Harby who has joined the firm's London office as Senior Associate effective 9 May 2016. Fraud and Insolvency  London 
• England’s Supreme Court hands down significant “off-hire” judgment
  11/05/2016
  Read more about England’s Supreme Court hands down significant “off-hire” judgment
  A team of HFW lawyers led by Partner Brian Perrott, including Associates Alice Marques and Lee Forsyth, successfully represented Cargill International SA (Cargill) in relation to a dispute dating back to 2008 that focuses on the construction of an off-hire provision in an amended NYPE form, which itself allocates the risk of delay between owners and charterers. Brian Perrott said "We are delighted that Cargill's faith in its case and its legal team proved well placed". Commodities  Dispute Resolution  Logistics  Shipping 
• HFW continues to grow Australian projects capability
  09/05/2016
  Read more about HFW continues to grow Australian projects capability
  Holman Fenwick Willan's strategy to significantly grow and develop its Australian construction and major projects capability has continued to be successful with the recent acquisition of senior industry practitioner Richard Abbott and his team to the firm's Sydney office. Richard, who is an experienced investment and major projects lawyer with financing, corporate and funds management skills, adds critical mass to the team in Sydney. Australia 
• HFW elects nine new Partners in drive to continue international expansion in core industry sectors
  28/04/2016
  Read more about HFW elects nine new Partners in drive to continue international expansion in core industry sectors
  In line with the firm's focus on sector specialisation and reflecting the firm's international reach and client base, Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) has today announced nine Partner promotions in six offices. The promotions are effective from 1 April 2016, subject to regulatory approval. Aerospace  Commodities  Insurance & Reinsurance  Shipping  Corporate  Employment  London  Paris  Geneva  Shanghai  Hong Kong  Singapore 
• HFW enters formal Association with Shanghai law firm Wintell & Co
  04/04/2016
  Read more about HFW enters formal Association with Shanghai law firm Wintell & Co
  International law firm Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) is pleased to announce that following approval by the Shanghai Justice Bureau, the firm, through its Shanghai office, has entered into a formal association with local law firm Wintell & Co operating in the Shanghai Free Trade Zone and in Tianjin. Shipping  Dispute Resolution  Shanghai  Asia Pacific 
• Correction to article in The Times: Konstantinos Adamantopoulos
  31/03/2016
  Read more about Correction to article in The Times: Konstantinos Adamantopoulos
  An article appeared in The Times newspaper on 31 March 2016 referring to former HFW Partner Konstantinos Adamantopoulos, who left the firm in December 2015, being banned from practising law in the UK.
• HFW continues to strengthen aviation practice with addition of asset finance team in Asia
  18/03/2016
  Read more about HFW continues to strengthen aviation practice with addition of asset finance team in Asia
  International law firm Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) continues to grow its international aviation practice with the recruitment of asset finance Partners David Brotherton and Justin Sun, along with a team of five Associates, who will join the firm's Singapore and Hong Kong offices from Berwin Leighton Paisner (BLP). Aerospace  Financial Institutions  Finance  Singapore 
• HFW expands projects capability with Partner hire
  15/02/2016
  Read more about HFW expands projects capability with Partner hire
  International law firm Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) is delighted to announce that Hugues de La Forge has joined its Paris office as a Projects Partner. Projects  Ports & Terminals  Energy  Paris 
• HFW cements Middle East presence with launch of three new Associations
  20/01/2016
  Read more about HFW cements Middle East presence with launch of three new Associations
  International law firm Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) today announced the expansion of its specialist Middle East legal offering with the launch of three new Associations in Riyadh, Beirut and Kuwait City. The move significantly extends the firm's geographical footprint across the Middle East region, now with offices in Dubai, Riyadh, Beirut, Kuwait and Abu Dhabi, and further strengthens and diversifies the capabilities of the existing team, taking the total number of lawyers working across the region to 40. Dubai  London  Beirut  Kuwait  Riyadh  Paris  Brussels  Geneva  Piraeus  Shanghai  Hong Kong  Singapore  Melbourne  Sydney  Perth  Brazil  Aerospace  Construction  Energy  Financial Institutions  Insurance & Reinsurance  Logistics  Ports & Terminals  Corporate  Finance  Projects  Commercial 
• HFW Partner Edward Newitt is recognised in Lloyd's List Top 100 Most Influential People in Shipping 2015
  16/12/2015
  Read more about HFW Partner Edward Newitt is recognised in Lloyd's List Top 100 Most Influential People in Shipping 2015
  Lloyd's List has published the sixth annual report of the Top 100 Most Influential People in Shipping and we are delighted that Partner Edward Newitt has been recognised in the Top 10 Lawyers list, in third place. Shipping  London 
• Holman Fenwick Willan continues to grow corporate capability with significant Partner hires
  02/12/2015
  Read more about Holman Fenwick Willan continues to grow corporate capability with significant Partner hires
  International law firm Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) continues to grow its international corporate practice with the recruitment of Partners Giles Beale and James Wilson who have joined the firm's London office from Reed Smith. Corporate  Asia Pacific  London 
• HFW extends construction capability with Special Counsel hire
  27/11/2015
  Read more about HFW extends construction capability with Special Counsel hire
  International law firm Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) continues to expand its Australian Construction and Projects practice with the recruitment of construction litigator David Ulbrick who has joined the firm's Perth office as Special Counsel, effective 30 November 2015. Construction  Asia Pacific  Perth 
• HFW wins Middle East Insurance Law Firm of the Year Award 2015
  19/11/2015
  Read more about HFW wins Middle East Insurance Law Firm of the Year Award 2015
  Leading international law firm Holman Fenwick Willan is delighted to announce that our Dubai insurance and reinsurance team was awarded the Law Firm of the Year Award at the Middle East Insurance Industry Awards held on 17 November 2015 in Dubai. Insurance & Reinsurance  Dubai  Middle East  Alliance Offices 
• HFW continues to strengthen commodities expertise with trade finance Partner hire
  09/11/2015
  Read more about HFW continues to strengthen commodities expertise with trade finance Partner hire
  International law firm Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) continues to grow its market leading commodities practice with the recruitment of trade finance specialist Philip Prowse who has joined the firm's London office as Partner. Commodities  Finance  London  Financial Institutions 
• HFW have successfully defeated a challenge to the appointment of individuals from Grant Thornton as Trustees of the insolvent Estate of Boris Berezovsky (deceased)
  28/10/2015
  Read more about HFW have successfully defeated a challenge to the appointment of individuals from Grant Thornton as Trustees of the insolvent Estate of Boris Berezovsky (deceased)
  Judgment was handed down on 27 October 2015 in the case of Lockston Group Inc v Wood, Hellard & Leeds (as Joint Trustees of the Estate of Platon Elenin (also known as Boris Abramovich Berezovsky)).  To view a copy of the judgment click here. Dispute Resolution  Eastern Europe & Russia  Commercial  London 
• HFW lawyers making waves… sea swim success!
  19/10/2015
  Read more about HFW lawyers making waves… sea swim success!
  We are delighted to report that the HFW Piraeus team (Michael Harakis, Vicki Tarbet, Stella-Efi (Steffi) Gougoulaki and Holly Foster) successfully completed the 1k swim on Thursday (15 October 2015) morning in aid of the UN Refugee Agency with finishing times ranging between 25 and 45 minutes! Piraeus 
• HFW advises Nordea Bank on US$750 million facility for Euronav
  14/10/2015
  Read more about HFW advises Nordea Bank on US$750 million facility for Euronav
  A team of HFW lawyers in London and Paris, led by London ship finance Partner John Forrester, has advised Nordea Bank Norge ASA as facility agent on a US$750 million senior secured facility for Belgian and New York listed tanker owner Euronav NV. Financial Institutions  Finance  Shipping  London  Paris 
• HFW continues to strengthen asset finance capability with Partner hire
  08/10/2015
  Read more about HFW continues to strengthen asset finance capability with Partner hire
  International law firm Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) continues to expand its asset finance practice with the recruitment of Stephen Marais who has joined the firm's London office as Partner, effective 5 October 2015. Finance  London  Shipping  Aerospace  Commodities 
• HFW wins Corporate Social Responsibility Award
  07/10/2015
  Read more about HFW wins Corporate Social Responsibility Award
  On Friday 2 October, HFW's global marine piracy team was awarded the Corporate Social Responsibility Award at the Lloyd's List Global Awards 2015 ceremony, which was held at the National Maritime Museum in London. Shipping  London  Paris  Brussels  Geneva  Piraeus  Dubai  Shanghai  Hong Kong  Singapore  Melbourne  Sydney  Perth  Brazil  Alliance Offices  Africa  Asia Pacific  Eastern Europe & Russia  Indian Sub-continent  Latin America  Middle East  Scandinavia  USA & Canada 
• Latest developments in HFW's Insurance and Reinsurance Practice
  01/10/2015
  Read more about Latest developments in HFW's Insurance and Reinsurance Practice
  We are pleased to announce that John Barlow has relocated from HFW's London office to the firm's Dubai office, effective 11 September 2015. The purpose of John's relocation is to support the rapidly expanding non-marine insurance and reinsurance practice (particularly in the area of Financial Lines) across the GCC region. Whilst John will be based in Dubai, he will continue advising the London market, providing a local presence in the region for those clients. Insurance & Reinsurance  Dispute Resolution  Financial Services Regulation  Corporate 
• Obituary: Edouard Taÿ Pamart
  02/09/2015
  Read more about Obituary: Edouard Taÿ Pamart
  Holman Fenwick Willan is deeply saddened to announce the death of Edouard Taÿ Pamart, a Partner in the firm's Paris office, on 29 August after battling illness for several months. Edouard was 46. Paris  Insurance & Reinsurance  Dispute Resolution 
• HFW extends insurance and reinsurance capability with Partner hire
  01/09/2015
  Read more about HFW extends insurance and reinsurance capability with Partner hire
  International law firm Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) continues to expand its insurance and reinsurance practice with the recruitment of Latin America and financial institutions specialist Christopher Cardona who has joined the firm's London office as Partner, effective 29 August 2015. Insurance & Reinsurance  Financial Institutions  Dispute Resolution  London 
• Worldwide Freezing Order obtained in aid of execution of unpaid arbitration awards is enforced by imprisonment sanctions imposed by the English Commercial Court
  20/08/2015
  Read more about Worldwide Freezing Order obtained in aid of execution of unpaid arbitration awards is enforced by imprisonment sanctions imposed by the English Commercial Court
  In a significant development in the English courts' worldwide freezing order jurisdiction (formerly known as "Mareva" injunctions after the case which introduced them), the Commercial Court has not only granted a Worldwide Freezing Order (WFO) in aid of execution of unpaid arbitration awards, but imposed an 18 month prison sentence for contempt of the provisions of the WFO on two of the directors and officers of the company concerned. The case, ADM Rice Inc v Corcosa, is an illustration of the benefits of English law and arbitration clauses in contracts with parties, in case of default on their obligations. Dispute Resolution  London 
• HFW lawyers nominated as Rising Stars
  24/07/2015
  Read more about HFW lawyers nominated as Rising Stars
  Legal Media Group has nominated four HFW lawyers in its inaugural Rising Stars 2015 guide, those being Joris Cornelis (Brussels, international trade regulation), Giselle Deiró (São Paulo, aviation), Edward Spencer (London, aviation) and Nick Watts (Sydney, construction). London  Brazil  Brussels  Sydney  Aerospace  Construction  International Trade Regulation 
• HFW extends corporate and projects capability with Partner hire
  08/07/2015
  Read more about HFW extends corporate and projects capability with Partner hire
  Leading international law firm Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) is delighted to announce that Haydn Dare has recently joined the firm as a Partner working in South East Asia with a particular focus on Singapore and Indonesia. Admitted as Barrister and Solicitor at the Supreme Court of New South Wales and the High Court of Australia, Haydn has worked in the Asia-Pacific region for over 20 years and is widely regarded as one of the leading commercial practitioners in Indonesia. Finance  Projects  Corporate  Energy  London  Asia Pacific  Mining 
• HFW advises Government of Niger on debt restructuring
  02/07/2015
  Read more about HFW advises Government of Niger on debt restructuring
  A team of HFW lawyers from Singapore and Paris, led by Partners Brian Gordon, Chris Swart and Robert Follie has advised the Government of Niger on a sovereign debt workout in relation to a 20-year old debt to the Taiwanese Export-Import Bank of the Republic of China. Corporate  Paris  Singapore 
• HFW strengthens its complex commercial and employment disputes capability
  02/07/2015
  Read more about HFW strengthens its complex commercial and employment disputes capability
  Leading international law firm Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) is delighted to announce the recruitment of Simon Clark as a full time Consultant in its employment practice. Simon joins the London office effective 1 July 2015. He was formerly General Counsel and Executive Committee Member at a leading City financial services company. Corporate  Dispute Resolution  London 
• HFW announces formal law alliance in Singapore
  01/07/2015
  Read more about HFW announces formal law alliance in Singapore
  International law firm Holman Fenwick Willan has today announced a formal law alliance (FLA) between its Singapore office, Holman Fenwick Willan Singapore LLP, and Singapore law firm AsiaLegal LLC. The alliance, which has received approval from the Singapore Attorney General's Chambers will be effective from 1 July 2015 and will operate under the name HFW AsiaLegal. Singapore 
• HFW wins Export Controls Law Firm of the Year (Europe) 2015
  30/06/2015
  Read more about HFW wins Export Controls Law Firm of the Year (Europe) 2015
  At the recently announced WorldECR Awards, HFW's international trade regulations practice was awarded the Export Controls Law Firm of the Year, Europe, for its work in the area of sanctions. International Trade Regulation  London  Brussels  Paris  Geneva  Piraeus  Dubai  Shanghai  Hong Kong  Singapore  Melbourne  Sydney  Perth  Brazil  Alliance Offices 
• HFW advises Castleton Commodities on successful High Court application
  30/06/2015
  Read more about HFW advises Castleton Commodities on successful High Court application
  Time charterer's lien of cargo for sums unpaid under his sub-charter: not just a right to retain possession, but a route to getting paid out of the proceeds of sale of the cargo Commodities  Shipping  Dispute Resolution  London  Paris  Brussels  Geneva  Piraeus  Dubai  Shanghai  Hong Kong  Singapore  Melbourne  Sydney  Perth  Brazil  Alliance Offices 
• HFW advises Tristar Transport on award winning finance deal
  18/06/2015
  Read more about HFW advises Tristar Transport on award winning finance deal
  HFW Partner Tony Rice and Senior Associate Aysha El-Kaddah recently acted for Tristar Transport LLC in relation to the limited recourse operating lease financing of 6 MR Product Tankers currently under construction and which will, when delivered, be time chartered to Shell on long term Shelltime charters. Finance  Shipping  Corporate  London  Middle East 
• HFW advises Stanford Marine on AED1.2 billion refinancing
  17/06/2015
  Read more about HFW advises Stanford Marine on AED1.2 billion refinancing
  HFW's Middle East finance team, has advised Stanford Marine Group on a AED1.2 billion (US$326.7 million) sharia-compliant loan for the purposes of consolidating existing debt. Shipping  Finance  Corporate  Dubai  Middle East 
• HFW advises on public takeover of Asia Resource Minerals
  16/06/2015
  Read more about HFW advises on public takeover of Asia Resource Minerals
  The Singapore and London offices of Holman Fenwick Willan are advising both Argyle Street Management Limited and its bid vehicle, Asia Coal Energy Ventures (ACE) on its proposed all cash offer of London listed Asia Resource Minerals (LON: ARMS). The widely reported transaction is an all cash offer for ARMS at 56p per share that values the company at more than $200m. The board of ARMS has recommended the ACE offer. Energy  Mining  Corporate  London  Singapore  Asia Pacific 
• HFW advises Topaz Energy and Marine on US$550 million refinancing
  26/05/2015
  Read more about HFW advises Topaz Energy and Marine on US$550 million refinancing
  A team of HFW finance lawyers, led by Partner Tien Tai, has advised Topaz Energy and Marine on a US$550m loan facility to refinance existing debt and to fund new projects, including the acquisition of new vessels and related businesses. Finance  Shipping  Energy  Dubai 
• HFW grows oil and gas expertise with Partner hire
  07/05/2015
  Read more about HFW grows oil and gas expertise with Partner hire
  International law firm Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) continues to expand its energy practice with the recruitment of Jayson Marks who has joined the firm's oil and gas group as a corporate Partner, effective 6 May 2015. Energy  Corporate  Projects  Finance  London 
• HFW strengthens corporate capability in Paris with Partner hire
  16/04/2015
  Read more about HFW strengthens corporate capability in Paris with Partner hire
  International law firm HFW is delighted to announce that we have further strengthened our Paris office Corporate Finance team with the arrival of Partner Jean-Marc Zampa and his Associate Serge Rastorgoueff. Energy  Financial Institutions  Shipping  Corporate  Finance  Paris 
• HFW extends leading commodities practice with Partner hire
  14/04/2015
  Read more about HFW extends leading commodities practice with Partner hire
  International law firm Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) is delighted to announce the recruitment of Marc Weisberger, who has joined the firm's world leading commodities practice as a Partner, effective 1 April 2015. Commodities  London  Finance  Energy 
• HFW continues international investment with Partner promotions
  11/03/2015
  Read more about HFW continues international investment with Partner promotions
  Reflecting its international reach and client base, Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) has today announced Partner promotions in four of its international offices and in line with its focus on sector specialisation. The promotions are effective from 1 April 2015. Insurance & Reinsurance  Construction  Corporate  Finance  Projects  Shipping  Dispute Resolution  Energy  Mining 
• HFW advises on Australia's largest integrated off-grid solar array project
  24/02/2015
  Read more about HFW advises on Australia's largest integrated off-grid solar array project
  A HFW team led by Partner Simon Adams advised Sandfire Resources on what will be Australia's largest off-grid solar array project and one of the largest used in the mining industry anywhere in the world. Energy  Projects  Mining  Perth  Asia Pacific  Sydney  Melbourne 
• HFW continues development in Middle East
  19/02/2015
  Read more about HFW continues development in Middle East
  Holman Fenwick Willan is delighted to announce several developments to its Middle East practice in support of its continuing investment in the growth of its capability across core sectors of focus and positioning as a leading law firm for international commerce. Construction  Insurance & Reinsurance  Financial Institutions  Shipping  Corporate  Finance  Dubai  Middle East 
• Chinese New Year 2015
  10/02/2015
  Read more about Chinese New Year 2015
  Happy New Year from all at Holman Fenwick Willan London  Paris  Brussels  Geneva  Piraeus  Dubai  Shanghai  Hong Kong  Singapore  Melbourne  Sydney  Perth  Brazil  Alliance Offices 
• HFW announces new Managing Partner
  09/02/2015
  Read more about HFW announces new Managing Partner
  Today international law firm Holman Fenwick Willan announced that at the end of his term as Managing Partner, George Eddings will return to full time legal practice and business development and will be succeeded by Marcus Bowman, with effect from 1 April. Aerospace  Construction  Commodities  Energy  Financial Institutions  Insurance & Reinsurance  Logistics  Mining  Ports & Terminals  Shipping  Space  Yachts  Travel, Cruise & Leisure  EU, Competition and Trade Regulatory  Corporate  Dispute Resolution  Finance  Projects  Restructuring and Insolvency  Financial Services Regulation  Commercial  International Trade Regulation  London  Paris  Geneva  Brussels  Piraeus  Dubai  Shanghai  Hong Kong  Singapore  Melbourne  Sydney  Perth  Brazil  Alliance Offices  Africa  Asia Pacific  Eastern Europe & Russia  Indian Sub-continent  Latin America  Middle East  Scandinavia  USA & Canada 
• HFW welcomes Partner Franck Bernauer to its Paris team
  05/02/2015
  Read more about HFW welcomes Partner Franck Bernauer to its Paris team
  HFW is delighted to announce that we have strengthened the corporate practice in our Paris office, with the arrival of Franck Bernauer, Partner and his Associate Anne Romain-Huttin. Corporate  Paris  Commercial  Energy  Projects 
• HFW announces new Middle East regional office Managing Partner
  03/02/2015
  Read more about HFW announces new Middle East regional office Managing Partner
  Leading international law firm Holman Fenwick Willan is delighted to announce that Partner Rula Dajani Abuljebain will become Managing Partner of the firm’s Middle East Regional Office in Dubai from 1 April 2015. Dubai  Middle East 
• HFW advises NewLead on acquisition of bitumen tanker fleet
  02/02/2015
  Read more about HFW advises NewLead on acquisition of bitumen tanker fleet
  A team of HFW lawyers has advised NewLead Holding Ltd in relation to the recent delivery of five bitumen tankers to NewLead’s fleet, the "CAPTAIN NIKOLAS I", the "NEPHELI", the "SOFIA", the "IOLI" and the "KATERINA L". Shipping  Finance  Piraeus  London  Corporate 
• HFW Partner Diana France named in The Lawyer's Hot 100
  29/01/2015
  Read more about HFW Partner Diana France named in The Lawyer's Hot 100
  We are delighted to announce that HFW Partner Diana France has been named in the energy, real estate and infrastructure section of The Lawyer's 2015 Hot 100 list, which was formally launched at a drinks reception on 28 January 2015. London  Energy  Corporate  Projects 
• HFW advises on insurance/reisnurance broker MBO
  29/01/2015
  Read more about HFW advises on insurance/reisnurance broker MBO
  A HFW team led by Partner Nick Hutton has advised Lloyd's insurance and reinsurance broker Alsford Page & Gems (APG) on a private equity backed management buyout (MBO). Insurance & Reinsurance  Corporate  London 
• HFW Partner Amanda Davidson awarded the Order of Australia
  26/01/2015
  Read more about HFW Partner Amanda Davidson awarded the Order of Australia
  Leading international law firm Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) is delighted to announce that Partner Amanda Davidson has been awarded the Order of Australia announced in today's Australia Day Honours List (26 January 2015). Sydney  Perth  Melbourne 
• HFW extends energy and resources capability with Partner hire
  15/01/2015
  Read more about HFW extends energy and resources capability with Partner hire
  Leading international law firm Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) is delighted to announce the recruitment of Alexander Reid, who has joined the firm's energy and resources practice in London as a Partner, effective 12 January 2015. Energy  Corporate  Finance  Projects  Commercial  Financial Institutions 
• HFW strengthens employment capability
  06/01/2015
  Read more about HFW strengthens employment capability
  Leading international law firm Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) is delighted to announce the recruitment of Neil Adams, an employment law Partner, who joined the firm's London office on 5 January 2015. Dispute Resolution  Corporate  Construction  Commodities  Energy  Financial Institutions  Insurance & Reinsurance  Shipping 
• HFW Partner Elinor Dautlich takes up Vice Chair position of IBA Maritime and Transport Law Committee
  16/12/2014
  Read more about HFW Partner Elinor Dautlich takes up Vice Chair position of IBA Maritime and Transport Law Committee
  HFW's London-based Partner Elinor Dautlich will take up the position of one of the Vice Chairs of the International Bar Association's (IBA) Maritime and Transport Law Committee, effective January 2015 for a two year period. Shipping  London 
• HFW Partners recognised in Lloyd's List Top 100 Most Influential People in Shipping 2014
  16/12/2014
  Read more about HFW Partners recognised in Lloyd's List Top 100 Most Influential People in Shipping 2014
  Lloyd's List has just published the fifth annual report of the Top 100 Most Influential People in Shipping and we are delighted that two HFW Partners have again been recognised in the Top 10 lawyers list. Shipping  London  Singapore 
• HFW wins Legal Excellence Award at Commodity Business Awards 2014
  15/12/2014
  Read more about HFW wins Legal Excellence Award at Commodity Business Awards 2014
  We are delighted to announce that HFW's commodity group was presented with the award for Legal Excellence at a gala reception for the Commodity Business Awards 2014 hosted by Commodities Now magazine on Wednesday 3 December. Commodities  London  Paris  Brussels  Geneva  Piraeus  Dubai  Shanghai  Hong Kong  Singapore  Melbourne  Sydney  Perth  Brazil 
• HFW wins top industry awards
  31/10/2014
  Read more about HFW wins top industry awards
  Over the last few days HFW has been awarded two major maritime industry awards: the Seatrade Middle East & Indian Subcontinent Maritime Law Award 2014 and the Lloyd's List Asia Maritime Lawyer of the Year Award 2014. Shipping  Dubai  Indian Sub-continent  Asia Pacific  Singapore  Middle East  Shanghai  Hong Kong 
• HFW consolidates international construction and major projects capability
  15/10/2014
  Read more about HFW consolidates international construction and major projects capability
  Leading international law firm Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) has consolidated its international construction and major projects capability in Australia and Asia with the recent acquisition of senior industry practitioners Amanda Davidson and Carolyn Chudleigh and their team of ten lawyers and support staff to the firm's Sydney office. Construction  Corporate  Finance  Projects  Melbourne  Sydney  Perth  Asia Pacific 
• HFW hosts Construction Contract Variations book launch
  17/09/2014
  Read more about HFW hosts Construction Contract Variations book launch
  On Wednesday 10 September, HFW hosted a party to celebrate the publication of Construction Contract Variations, a new construction law book by HFW Partners Michael Sergeant and Max Wieliczko. Construction  Dispute Resolution  London 
• HFW hosts charity work experience day
  28/08/2014
  Read more about HFW hosts charity work experience day
  On 29 July 2014, HFW's London office hosted a work experience day for young adults in collaboration with two of the firm's chosen charities, Robert Levy Foundation and JusB. London 
• HFW builds on international construction capability
  11/08/2014
  Read more about HFW builds on international construction capability
  Leading international law firm Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) is delighted to announce that Ian Taylor has joined the firm's Sydney office as a Partner, effective 11 August 2014. Construction  Corporate  Dispute Resolution  Mining  Energy 
• HFW extends energy capability with Partner hire
  04/08/2014
  Read more about HFW extends energy capability with Partner hire
  Leading international law firm Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) is delighted to announce that Jonathan Martin has joined the firm as a Partner, effective 28 July 2014. Energy  Corporate  London 
• HFW appointed to BP's niche legal panel
  28/07/2014
  Read more about HFW appointed to BP's niche legal panel
  HFW is delighted to have been re-appointed to BP's niche legal panel for Integrated Supply & Trading and Shipping work. Energy  Shipping  London 
• HFW boosts asset finance capability in Asia-Pacific
  14/07/2014
  Read more about HFW boosts asset finance capability in Asia-Pacific
  Leading international law firm Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) is delighted to announce that Leigh Borrello has joined the firm as a Partner, effective 1 July 2014. Leigh will work from Sydney and Singapore and help to develop the firm’s asset finance practice, with particular focus on the Asia-Pacific region. Aerospace  Shipping  Finance  Sydney  Singapore  Financial Institutions 
• HFW advises Genting Hong Kong on second newbuild cruise ship in a deal worth €697 million
  10/06/2014
  Read more about HFW advises Genting Hong Kong on second newbuild cruise ship in a deal worth €697 million
  A team of HFW lawyers has advised Chinese Percept Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Genting Hong Kong Limited (Genting), on the group's second newbuild mega-cruise ship order in 12 months, in a deal with German shipbuilder Meyer Werft GmbH worth €697.2 million. Shipping  Travel, Cruise & Leisure  Finance  Commercial  London  Hong Kong  Asia Pacific 
• HFW advises Jersey Harbours on proposed incorporation of Ports of Jersey
  06/06/2014
  Read more about HFW advises Jersey Harbours on proposed incorporation of Ports of Jersey
  International law firm Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) has advised Jersey Harbours on the proposed incorporation of Jersey Airport and Jersey Harbours into a single limited company, "Ports of Jersey", which would be wholly owned by the States of Jersey. Corporate  Projects  Ports & Terminals  London  Commercial 
• HFW Partner becomes Legal Adviser to IUAI
  03/06/2014
  Read more about HFW Partner becomes Legal Adviser to IUAI
  Holman Fenwick Willan is delighted to announce that Partner Giles Kavanagh will become Legal Adviser to the International Union of Aerospace Insurers (IUAI), effective 6 June 2014. Giles, who leads HFW's Aerospace practice, has for many years represented aerospace insurers in relation to aviation catastrophes and other significant losses. He is recognised by international legal directories as a leader in his field. Aerospace  Insurance & Reinsurance 
• HFW continues development in Middle East insurance and reinsurance practice
  02/06/2014
  Read more about HFW continues development in Middle East insurance and reinsurance practice
  Holman Fenwick Willan is delighted to announce several developments to its Middle East insurance and reinsurance practice, headed by Partner Sam Wakerley, in support of its continuing investment in the growth and development of its international insurance and reinsurance practice. Insurance & Reinsurance  Dispute Resolution  Dubai  London  Melbourne  Asia Pacific  Middle East 
• HFW wins ALB SE Asia Shipping Law Firm of the Year Award 2014
  30/05/2014
  Read more about HFW wins ALB SE Asia Shipping Law Firm of the Year Award 2014
  We are delighted to announce that our Singapore office was presented with the Shipping Law Firm of the Year Award 2014 at ALB's annual awards ceremony and gala dinner in Singapore on Thursday 29 May. Shipping  Singapore  Asia Pacific 
• HFW Partners author new Construction Contract Variations book
  29/05/2014
  Read more about HFW Partners author new Construction Contract Variations book
  Holman Fenwick Willan is delighted to announce the publication of an important new law book Construction Contract Variations, authored by Partners Michael Sergeant and Max Wieliczko (published on 27 May 2014 by Routledge for Informa Law). Construction  Dispute Resolution  London  Paris  Brussels  Geneva  Piraeus  Dubai  Shanghai  Hong Kong  Singapore  Melbourne  Sydney  Perth  Brazil  Alliance Offices  Africa  Asia Pacific  Eastern Europe & Russia  Indian Sub-continent  Latin America  Middle East  Scandinavia  USA & Canada 
• HFW advises Capita Commercial Insurance Services Limited on investment in Pardus Holdings Limited
  27/05/2014
  Read more about HFW advises Capita Commercial Insurance Services Limited on investment in Pardus Holdings Limited
  Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) Partner Ashwani Kochhar and Associate William Reddie have advised Capita Commercial Insurance Services Limited (Capita) on a transaction to finance the start-up of Pardus Holdings Limited, by taking a minority stake. Insurance & Reinsurance  Corporate  London 
• HFW advises Genting Hong Kong on €707 million newbuild cruise ship
  28/04/2014
  Read more about HFW advises Genting Hong Kong on €707 million newbuild cruise ship
  A team of HFW lawyers has advised Chinese Dream Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Genting Hong Kong Limited (Genting), on its newbuild cruise ship order with German shipbuilder Meyer Werft GmbH, in a deal worth €707.2 million (approx. HK$7,574 million). Shipping  Finance  London  Hong Kong 
• HFW develops international practice
  10/04/2014
  Read more about HFW develops international practice
  Following the firm's recent round of Partner promotions, Holman Fenwick Willan today confirmed several developments in its international practice to underpin its position as market leaders for international commerce. London  Paris  Brussels  Geneva  Piraeus  Dubai  Shanghai  Hong Kong  Singapore  Melbourne  Sydney  Perth  Brazil  Alliance Offices 
• HFW advises Penn National on Tawa Plc demerger
  01/04/2014
  Read more about HFW advises Penn National on Tawa Plc demerger
  International law firm Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) recently advised Pennsylvania National Mutual Casualty Insurance Company (Penn National), a property-casualty mutual insurance company, incorporated and headquartered in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, in relation to the proposed reorganisation and reduction of capital of AIM-traded Tawa Plc (Tawa) and demerger of its risk carrier business. Insurance & Reinsurance  Financial Institutions  Corporate  London  USA & Canada 
• HFW Partner Marcus Bowman becomes President of UK Chamber of Shipping
  21/03/2014
  Read more about HFW Partner Marcus Bowman becomes President of UK Chamber of Shipping
  Following a year as Vice President of the UK Chamber of Shipping, yesterday HFW Partner Marcus Bowman took up office as President for the next year. Shipping  London 
• HFW elects six new Partners
  17/03/2014
  Read more about HFW elects six new Partners
  Holman Fenwick Willan has boosted its partnership ranks with the announcement of six new Partners across its core sectors of focus, including commodities, insurance and shipping. Commodities  Energy  Insurance & Reinsurance  Shipping  Corporate  Finance  Restructuring and Insolvency  London  Piraeus 
• ADPC internship with HFW Dubai's office
  05/03/2014
  Read more about ADPC internship with HFW Dubai's office
  A lawyer from Abu Dhabi Ports Company (ADPC), Shaima Shaheen, recently completed a two-month internship with HFW's Dubai office. Shipping  Dubai  Middle East 
• HFW advises Capita on investment in Infinity Agency
  05/03/2014
  Read more about HFW advises Capita on investment in Infinity Agency
  Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) Partner Ashwani Kochhar and Associate William Reddie have advised Capita Commercial Insurance Services Limited (Capita) on the purchase of a minority stake in managing general agent (MGA) Infinity Agency Limited, which specialises in high net worth motor insurance. Insurance & Reinsurance  Finance  London 
• HFW advises on private equity mining exit
  03/03/2014
  Read more about HFW advises on private equity mining exit
  International law firm Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) has advised Australian private equity house Pacific Road Capital on the English law aspects of its disposal of portfolio company Mantle Diamonds Limited (Mantle). Mining  Corporate  Finance  London  Melbourne  Sydney  Perth  Africa  USA & Canada  Scandinavia 
• HFW successfully secures retention of worldwide freezing order
  28/02/2014
  Read more about HFW successfully secures retention of worldwide freezing order
  A team of Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) lawyers has acted for charterer Global Maritime Investments Cyprus Limited (GMI) in defeating an application in the English High Court to release a worldwide freezing order (WFO) granted against Gorgonia Di Navigazione SRL (GDN), a defaulting shipowner. Commodities  Shipping  Dispute Resolution  London  Paris  Brussels  Geneva  Piraeus  Dubai  Shanghai  Hong Kong  Singapore  Melbourne  Sydney  Perth  Brazil  Alliance Offices 
• HFW wins Captive Review's Onshore Law Firm of the Year Award 2014
  25/02/2014
  Read more about HFW wins Captive Review's Onshore Law Firm of the Year Award 2014
  We are delighted to announce that HFW was presented with the Onshore Law Firm of the Year Award 2014 at a gala dinner on Monday 24 February. Insurance & Reinsurance  Corporate  London 
• HFW advises Cottonex on un-stitching a Tribunal error
  17/02/2014
  Read more about HFW advises Cottonex on un-stitching a Tribunal error
  A team of Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) lawyers has advised Cottonex Anstalt, a leading raw cotton manufacturer, in its successful application before the English Commercial Court (10 February 2014) on the matter of the correct approach to the question of contractual incorporation, when considering International Cotton Association (ICA) Bylaws and Rules. Commodities  Dispute Resolution 
• Chinese New Year
  28/01/2014
  Read more about Chinese New Year
  Happy New Year from all at Holman Fenwick Willan London  Paris  CyberOwl - London  Brussels  Geneva  Piraeus  Dubai  Shanghai  Hong Kong  Singapore  Melbourne  Sydney  Perth  Brazil  Alliance Offices  Asia Pacific 
• HFW advises on US$149 million acquisition of offshore support vessel
  08/01/2014
  Read more about HFW advises on US$149 million acquisition of offshore support vessel
  A team of HFW lawyers, led by Partner Paul Aston, has advised An Kang Co Ltd (BVI) on the US$149 million purchase of "Skandi Bergen", a multi-purpose DSV/ROV survey and intervention support vessel for the offshore sector. Shipping  Energy  Corporate  Asia Pacific  Singapore  Shanghai  Scandinavia 
• HFW extends energy capability in Australia
  07/01/2014
  Read more about HFW extends energy capability in Australia
  Leading international law firm Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) is delighted to announce that Simon Adams and Caroline Brown will join the firm's Perth office as Partners, effective February 2014. Energy  EU, Competition and Trade Regulatory  Corporate  Dispute Resolution  Commercial  Melbourne  Sydney  Perth  Asia Pacific 
• HFW joins CLIA
  01/01/2014
  Read more about HFW joins CLIA
  HFW has recently joined the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the world's largest cruise industry trade association. Travel, Cruise & Leisure 
• HFW Partners recognised in Lloyd's List Top 100 Most Influential People in Shipping
  13/12/2013
  Read more about HFW Partners recognised in Lloyd's List Top 100 Most Influential People in Shipping
  Lloyd's List have today published their annual report of the Top 100 Most Influential People in Shipping, and we are delighted that two HFW Partners are recognised in the Top 10 lawyers list. Shipping  London  Paris  Brussels  CyberOwl - London  Geneva  Piraeus  Dubai  Shanghai  Hong Kong  Singapore  Melbourne  Sydney  Perth  Brazil  Alliance Offices 
• HFW Paris wins the Trophées du Droit Leaders League Silver Award for Energy and Natural Resources - Africa
  02/12/2013
  Read more about HFW Paris wins the Trophées du Droit Leaders League Silver Award for Energy and Natural Resources - Africa
  We are delighted to announce that HFW Paris was presented with the Silver Award in the "Energy and Natural Resources - Africa" category at the Trophées du Droit gala awards ceremony held on 28 November. Paris  Africa  Energy  Corporate 
• HFW advises Ecom Agroindustrial Corp Ltd on acquisition of Armajaro Trading Ltd
  13/11/2013
  Read more about HFW advises Ecom Agroindustrial Corp Ltd on acquisition of Armajaro Trading Ltd
  A Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) team of commodities, corporate and competition lawyers, led by Partner Alistair Mackie, is advising long-term client Ecom Agroindustrial Corp. Ltd (Ecom) on its acquisition of Armajaro Trading Ltd (Armajaro). Commodities  Corporate  EU, Competition and Trade Regulatory  London 
• HFW advises COSCO on €230m investment in Piraeus Port
  12/11/2013
  Read more about HFW advises COSCO on €230m investment in Piraeus Port
  A multi-jurisdictional Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) team, led by Partners Henry Fung in Hong Kong and Alex Kyriakoulis in London, working with our Brussels' EU law team, is advising COSCO in relation to the proposed expansion of Pier III of the Piraeus container terminal in Greece. Shipping  Ports & Terminals  EU, Competition and Trade Regulatory  Corporate  Commercial  Construction  Projects 
• HFW wins Lloyd's List Middle East & Indian Subcontinent Award
  30/10/2013
  Read more about HFW wins Lloyd's List Middle East & Indian Subcontinent Award
  On Tuesday 29 October, HFW Dubai was presented with the Maritime Lawyer of the Year Award at the Lloyd's List Middle East & Indian Subcontinent awards ceremony and gala dinner. Shipping  Finance  Dubai  Alliance Offices  Middle East  Indian Sub-continent 
• HFW selected for China's Ministry of Commerce Panel
  25/10/2013
  Read more about HFW selected for China's Ministry of Commerce Panel
  Leading international law firm Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) has been selected for one of two new panels convened by China's Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM). The firm has been selected as one of 15 firms to provide advice on WTO and regional trade agreements, and cross-border dispute resolution. International Trade Regulation  Brussels  Asia Pacific  Shanghai 
• HFW Global Lawyers' Challenge
  21/10/2013
  Read more about HFW Global Lawyers' Challenge
  Leading international law firm, Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW), is launching a competition – the Global Lawyers' Challenge – as a cornerstone of its 2013/14 graduate recruitment campaign.
• HFW advises Stanford Marine on US$300 million syndicated loan
  11/10/2013
  Read more about HFW advises Stanford Marine on US$300 million syndicated loan
  A team of HFW lawyers, led by Partner Ian Chung, has advised Dubai-based offshore services company Stanford Marine on a US$300 million syndicated loan. Financial Institutions  Shipping  Finance  Dubai  Middle East 
• HFW Extends Insurance Transactions and Regulation Capability
  27/09/2013
  Read more about HFW Extends Insurance Transactions and Regulation Capability
  Leading international law firm, Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW), is delighted to announce the recruitment of Carol-Ann Burton, as a senior insurance regulatory Consultant, who joins the firm's London office. Insurance & Reinsurance  Corporate  Financial Services Regulation  London 
• HFW wins China Law and Practice Award
  13/09/2013
  Read more about HFW wins China Law and Practice Award
  HFW was awarded Shipping & Maritime Law Firm of the Year 2013 at the annual China Law and Practice awards in Beijing. Shipping  Shanghai  Asia Pacific 
• HFW completes The Big Row
  11/09/2013
  Read more about HFW completes The Big Row
  On Wednesday 11 September, teams from HFW's Hong Kong, Piraeus and London offices competed alongside Thomas Miller in The Big Row, an event where 76 crews rowed 10,000 metres each to raise £1 million to complete the renovation of the M.V. Chauncy Maples into a floating medical clinic in Malawi.
• HFW wins top Hong Kong law awards
  10/09/2013
  Read more about HFW wins top Hong Kong law awards
  HFW is delighted to announce that the firm has been awarded Shipping Law Firm of the Year as well as the prestigious Hong Kong Law Firm of the Year at the annual Macallan ALB Hong Kong Law Awards 2013, held at the Conrad on 6 September 2013. Shipping  Asia Pacific 
• HFW Announces 100% Trainee Retention
  14/08/2013
  Read more about HFW Announces 100% Trainee Retention
  International law firm Holman Fenwick Willan is delighted to announce that all 15 of its 2013 qualifying trainee solicitors have accepted associate positions with the firm. London  Geneva  Piraeus  Dubai  Hong Kong  Singapore 
• HFW advises Greek Government on EUR 400 million sale of gas utility company to SOCAR
  05/08/2013
  Read more about HFW advises Greek Government on EUR 400 million sale of gas utility company to SOCAR
  Energy specialist firm HFW has advised the Hellenic Republic Asset Development Fund on the privatisation of the Greek national gas transmission system operator, DESFA. Energy  Corporate  London  Piraeus 
• HFW advises on sale of Sagicor Europe to AmTrust Financial Services
  30/07/2013
  Read more about HFW advises on sale of Sagicor Europe to AmTrust Financial Services
  A team of HFW lawyers, led by Partners Ashwani Kochhar and Richard Spiller, advised Sagicor Financial Corporation on its sale of Sagicor Europe Limited and its subsidiaries to a wholly-owned subsidiary of AmTrust Financial Services, Inc. Insurance & Reinsurance  Corporate 
• HFW Bolsters its Middle East and Sub-continent Shipping and Trade Capabilities
  22/07/2013
  Read more about HFW Bolsters its Middle East and Sub-continent Shipping and Trade Capabilities
  Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) is delighted to announce that Hari Krishna has joined its Dubai office as a Senior Associate. Shipping  Corporate  Dispute Resolution  Commodities  Dubai  Indian Sub-continent  Middle East 
• HFW deal wins Marine Money Offshore Deal of the Year Award 2012
  03/06/2013
  Read more about HFW deal wins Marine Money Offshore Deal of the Year Award 2012
  We are delighted to announce that a HFW transaction has won the Marine Money Offshore Structured Finance Deal of the Year Award 2012. This was a highly complex US$200m conventional and Islamic financing for Stanford Marine. Shipping  Finance  Financial Institutions  Dubai  London  Middle East 
• HFW hosts Singapore event in support of Jubilee Sailing Trust
  03/06/2013
  Read more about HFW hosts Singapore event in support of Jubilee Sailing Trust
  On 23 May 2013, HFW was delighted to host a drinks reception onboard the Lord Nelson, "flagship" for the Jubilee Sailing Trust's mission to enable people of all physical abilities to sail side-by-side as equals. Singapore 
• HFW's Alex Kemp becomes Associate Member of the Association of Average Adjusters
  10/05/2013
  Read more about HFW's Alex Kemp becomes Associate Member of the Association of Average Adjusters
  HFW Associate Alex Kemp has recently passed the exams required to become an Associate Member of the Association of Average Adjusters. Insurance & Reinsurance  Shipping  Dispute Resolution 
• HFW advises Capita Insurance Services on investment in Cobalt
  09/05/2013
  Read more about HFW advises Capita Insurance Services on investment in Cobalt
  A team of HFW lawyers, led by Partner Ashwani Kochhar, has advised Capita Insurance Services on a transaction to finance the start-up of Shariah compliant Managing General Agent (MGA) Cobalt Underwriting Services Ltd, through a minority equity stake in its holding company, Cobalt Insurance Holdings Ltd. Insurance & Reinsurance  Corporate  London 
• HFW elects Pierre-Olivier Leblanc as Partner within the Insurance & Reinsurance department
  25/04/2013
  Read more about HFW elects Pierre-Olivier Leblanc as Partner within the Insurance & Reinsurance department
  We are delighted to announce that Pierre-Olivier Leblanc has been elected as Partner. He specialises in litigation, focussing mainly on insurance, industrial risk, and professional liability for large industrial groups and insurance companies.
• HFW hosts FI insurance seminar
  23/04/2013
  Read more about HFW hosts FI insurance seminar
  On 23 April 2013, leading international law firm Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) hosted the first in a series of seminars in London to discuss the (re)insurance claims environment and current pitfalls for financial institution insurers in the UK, Sweden, Switzerland, Israel and the UAE. Insurance & Reinsurance  Dispute Resolution  London  Dubai  Alliance Offices  Middle East 
• HFW welcomes new construction team April 2013
  22/04/2013
  Read more about HFW welcomes new construction team April 2013
  Leading international law firm Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) is delighted to welcome a team of three Partners and seven Associates, formerly making up the specialist construction team led by Max Wieliczko at Maxwell Winward. The team joins HFW effective 29 April and will be based in London. Construction  Dispute Resolution  Corporate  London  Hong Kong  Dubai  Melbourne 
• HFW partnership boost indicates continued international investment across core sectors
  15/04/2013
  Read more about HFW partnership boost indicates continued international investment across core sectors
  Holman Fenwick Willan has boosted its partnership ranks with the announcement of nine new Partners across its international offices and core sectors of focus, including aerospace, energy & natural resources, construction & infrastructure, insurance and shipping. The announcement highlights the firm's continued commitment to the expansion of its international offering in support of its positioning as leader in the market for international commerce. The promotions are effective from 1 April 2013. Aerospace  Construction  Commodities  Insurance & Reinsurance  Energy  Travel, Cruise & Leisure  Yachts  Space  Shipping  Ports & Terminals  Mining  Logistics  Financial Institutions  EU, Competition and Trade Regulatory  Corporate  Dispute Resolution  Finance  Projects  Restructuring and Insolvency  Financial Services Regulation  Commercial  International Tax  International Trade Regulation  Employment, Immigration and Personal Injury  London  Paris  CyberOwl - London  Dubai  Hong Kong  Singapore  Perth  Brazil  Africa  Asia Pacific  Eastern Europe & Russia  Indian Sub-continent  Latin America  Middle East  Scandinavia  USA & Canada 
• Voice Work Experience Day
  10/04/2013
  Read more about Voice Work Experience Day
  HFW's London office hosted a Work Experience Day for young adults in collaboration with Voice, one of the firm's chosen charities. London 
• HFW advises on Norway's largest high yield bond issue valued at US$575m
  04/04/2013
  Read more about HFW advises on Norway's largest high yield bond issue valued at US$575m
  A team of HFW lawyers, led by Partner David Brookes, has advised Pareto Securities AS, as bond managers, and Norsk Tillitsmann ASA, as bond trustee, on a US$575m Norwegian high yield bond issued by Sea Trucks Group Limited. Shipping  London  Scandinavia  Finance 
• Holman Fenwick Willan names new shipping head
  02/04/2013
  Read more about Holman Fenwick Willan names new shipping head
  Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) is delighted to announce the election of Paul Dean as head of the firm's world leading shipping practice. Paul will take over from current head George Eddings on 1 April 2013. George becomes the firm's new Managing Partner also effective 1 April 2013. Shipping  London  Paris  CyberOwl - London  Brussels  Geneva  Piraeus  Dubai  Shanghai  Hong Kong  Singapore  Melbourne  Sydney  Perth  Brazil  Africa  Asia Pacific  Eastern Europe & Russia  Indian Sub-continent  Latin America  Middle East  Scandinavia  USA & Canada 
• HFW Partner Marcus Bowman elected as Vice-President of UK Chamber of Shipping
  22/03/2013
  Read more about HFW Partner Marcus Bowman elected as Vice-President of UK Chamber of Shipping
  HFW is pleased to congratulate Partner Marcus Bowman, who was elected as Vice-President of the UK Chamber of Shipping, at its AGM held in London on 21 March 2013. Shipping  London 
• HFW bolsters Asia-Pacific aviation capabilities
  15/03/2013
  Read more about HFW bolsters Asia-Pacific aviation capabilities
  Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) is delighted to announce that Paul Woodley will be joining the HFW Aerospace team in June, as an Associate. Paul will be part of the Asia Aerospace team, which is the largest aerospace liability team in the region, and will be based in Singapore. Aerospace  Singapore  Asia Pacific 
• HFW bolsters São Paulo office
  27/02/2013
  Read more about HFW bolsters São Paulo office
  Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) has enhanced its capabilities in São Paulo by relocating Senior Associate Geoffrey Conlin there, effective 15 February 2013. Insurance & Reinsurance  London  Brazil  Latin America 
• HFW listed in GAR 100 2013
  26/02/2013
  Read more about HFW listed in GAR 100 2013
  Global Arbitration Review has just launched the 6th edition of its GAR 100 listing and HFW is delighted that its International Arbitration practice has been included for the first time. GAR 100 is a global guide to the international arbitration capabilities of law firms. Dispute Resolution  London  Paris  CyberOwl - London  Brussels  Geneva  Piraeus  Dubai  Shanghai  Hong Kong  Singapore  Melbourne  Sydney  Perth  Brazil  Alliance Offices  Africa  Asia Pacific  Eastern Europe & Russia  Indian Sub-continent  Latin America  Middle East  Scandinavia  USA & Canada 
• HFW enhances Asia-Pacific admiralty capabilities with Partner move
  24/02/2013
  Read more about HFW enhances Asia-Pacific admiralty capabilities with Partner move
  Holman Fenwick Willan has announced that Hong Kong shipping Partner, Paul Apostolis, is moving to its Singapore office from 1 April 2013. Shipping  Dispute Resolution  Singapore  Asia Pacific  Hong Kong 
• HFW's London Office Becomes An Accredited Living Wage Employer
  24/01/2013
  Read more about HFW's London Office Becomes An Accredited Living Wage Employer
  We are pleased to announce that HFW in London is now an accredited 'Living Wage Employer'. A Living Wage Employer ensures that all employees in London are paid at least the London Living Wage. This includes all individuals who work on a regular basis at our London office, including subcontractors, such as cleaners or security staff. The Living Wage campaign has over 100 employers from every sector involved, who are all now paying a living wage as a minimum. Between them, theses employers have lifted more than 45,000 families out of working poverty. London 
• HFW Partner wins award for article
  22/01/2013
  Read more about HFW Partner wins award for article
  HFW Partner, Matthew Parish, and his co-author Charles Rosenburg, Legal Adviser at the Iran-United States Claims Tribunal in the Hague, have been awarded the 2012 CPR (International Institute for Conflict Prevention and Resolution) award for Outstanding Original Short Article. Dispute Resolution  Geneva 
• Obituary: Bill Kerr
  31/12/2012
  Read more about Obituary: Bill Kerr
  Holman Fenwick Willan is deeply saddened to announce the death of Bill Kerr, a Partner in the firm's Singapore office. Bill was killed on 30 December 2012 in a road traffic accident whilst in the Philippines. Shipping  London  Paris  CyberOwl - London  Brussels  Geneva  Piraeus  Dubai  Shanghai  Hong Kong  Melbourne  Singapore  Sydney  Perth  Brazil  Alliance Offices  Africa  Asia Pacific  Eastern Europe & Russia  Indian Sub-continent  Latin America  Middle East  Scandinavia  USA & Canada 
• HFW advises Serbian state-owned gas company JP Srbijagas on loan deals
  28/11/2012
  Read more about HFW advises Serbian state-owned gas company JP Srbijagas on loan deals
  Oil and gas specialist HFW has advised Serbian state-owned gas company JP Srbijagas on loans to be provided by Deutsche Bank and Amsterdam Trade Bank, part of the Alfa Group. The loans are being provided following a formal tender run by the company to secure a total of €190m in loans from domestic and international banks. Eastern Europe & Russia  London  Corporate  Finance 
• HFW recognised for Shipping and M&A
  22/11/2012
  Read more about HFW recognised for Shipping and M&A
  ALB The Brief has announced the winners of its inaugural The Brief Middle East Law Awards 2012 and we are delighted that we have been awarded the Shipping Law Firm of the Year. Middle East  Shipping  Corporate  Finance  Insurance & Reinsurance  Energy 
• Holman Fenwick Willan boosts Asia-Pacific capabilities with Partner promotions
  06/11/2012
  Read more about Holman Fenwick Willan boosts Asia-Pacific capabilities with Partner promotions
  Leading international law firm, Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) is delighted to announce the promotion of shipping lawyers Dominic Johnson and Nic van der Reyden to Partner, effective 1 November 2012. Shipping  Sydney  Singapore  Asia Pacific 
• Holman Fenwick Willan continues to grow (Re)insurance practice
  11/10/2012
  Read more about Holman Fenwick Willan continues to grow (Re)insurance practice
  Leading international law firm, Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW), is delighted to announce the recruitment of John Barlow, a specialist in financial institution insurance and reinsurance. Insurance & Reinsurance  Financial Institutions  Dispute Resolution 
• Lloyd's List Maritime Award Winners!
  27/09/2012
  Read more about Lloyd's List Maritime Award Winners!
  We are delighted to announce that at the Lloyds List Maritime Awards 2012, held in London on 26 September, partners James Gosling and Richard Neylon, and their team, won the title of Maritime Lawyer of The Year, for their pioneering work in resolving issues related to marine piracy. Shipping  London  Africa  Asia Pacific  Eastern Europe & Russia  Indian Sub-continent  Latin America  Middle East  Scandinavia  USA & Canada 
• The Erika
  26/09/2012
  Read more about The Erika
  The French Cour de Cassation has upheld the judgment handed down by the Court of Appeal of Paris on 30 March 2010, in relation to the criminal and civil liabilities arising from the sinking of the “Erika” and the ensuing pollution of France’s coastline. Shipping  Dispute Resolution  Paris 
• Holman Fenwick Willan strengthens (Re)insurance practice
  10/09/2012
  Read more about Holman Fenwick Willan strengthens (Re)insurance practice
  Leading international law firm, Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW), is delighted to announce the recruitment of Pierre-Etienne Kuehn, who joins the firm's insurance and reinsurance practice in Paris, from AXA Group. Insurance & Reinsurance  Corporate  Dispute Resolution  Paris  Africa  Asia Pacific  Eastern Europe & Russia  Indian Sub-continent  Latin America  Middle East  Scandinavia  USA & Canada 
• Renforcement stratégique en Assurance-Réassurance pour Holman Fenwick Willan
  10/09/2012
  Read more about Renforcement stratégique en Assurance-Réassurance pour Holman Fenwick Willan
  Nous avons le plaisir de vous annoncer l’arrivée de Pierre-Etienne Kuehn, ancien Directeur Juridique et Compliance Officer au sein du Groupe AXA, pour renforcer la pratique Assurance-Réassurance du bureau de Paris, animée par Guillaume Brajeux, Edouard Taÿ-Pamart et Olivier Purcell. Insurance & Reinsurance  Corporate  Dispute Resolution  Paris  CyberOwl - London 
• HFW wins HK Legal Award
  07/09/2012
  Read more about HFW wins HK Legal Award
  For the eighth time in nine years, HFW has been awarded the ALB Hong Kong Shipping Law Firm of the Year Award. Shipping  Hong Kong  Asia Pacific 
• Misrepresentation of HFW
  03/09/2012
  Read more about Misrepresentation of HFW
  It has recently come to our attention that a business presenting themselves as 'Holmann Fenwick Chambers', using our London office address, has been approaching the families of deceased persons in an attempt to represent them with regard to their relative's Will. London  Paris  CyberOwl - London  Brussels  Geneva  Piraeus  Dubai  Shanghai  Hong Kong  Singapore  Sydney  Melbourne  Perth  Alliance Offices  Africa  Asia Pacific  Eastern Europe & Russia  Indian Sub-continent  Latin America  Middle East  Scandinavia  USA & Canada 
• HFW nominated for top industry awards
  30/07/2012
  Read more about HFW nominated for top industry awards
  Partners James Gosling and Richard Neylon have been shortlisted for the Lloyd's List Global Maritime Lawyer of the Year Award 2012. HFW has also been shortlisted for the China Law & Practice Shipping & Maritime Award 2012 (international firms). Shipping  London 
• HFW in the Olympics!
  27/07/2012
  Read more about HFW in the Olympics!
  Xavier Roger, from HFW's London office, will take part in 'Isles of Wonder', filmmaker Danny Boyle's opening ceremony for the London 2012 Olympics. London 
• HFW improves employee satisfaction
  25/07/2012
  Read more about HFW improves employee satisfaction
  In the recently published Legal Week Employee Satisfaction Report 2012, HFW has for the second year running improved its ranking and overall score. London 
• HFW wins historic EU court ruling in Xinanchem appeal
  19/07/2012
  Read more about HFW wins historic EU court ruling in Xinanchem appeal
  On Thursday 19 July 2012, The Grand Chamber of the Court of Justice of the European Union (ECJ) handed down a historic judgment which sided with HFW's client Zheijang Xinan Chemical (Xinanchem). International Trade Regulation  Brussels  Asia Pacific 
• HFW continues investment with Middle East developments
  13/06/2012
  Read more about HFW continues investment with Middle East developments
  Holman Fenwick Willan is delighted to announce several key developments to its Middle East practice in support of its ongoing investment in and commitment to the region. Shipping  Aerospace  Insurance & Reinsurance  Commodities  International Trade Regulation  Dispute Resolution  EU, Competition and Trade Regulatory  London  Dubai  Middle East 
• James Gosling named as Top Five Lawyer in TradeWinds Power 2012
  12/06/2012
  Read more about James Gosling named as Top Five Lawyer in TradeWinds Power 2012
  HFW Partner, James Gosling, has been named as a Top Five Lawyer in the recently published TradeWinds Power 2012 list. Shipping  London  Africa  Asia Pacific  Eastern Europe & Russia  Indian Sub-continent  Latin America  Middle East  Scandinavia  USA & Canada 
• HFW strengthens its corporate and regulatory teams with hires from Dewey & LeBoeuf
  31/05/2012
  Read more about HFW strengthens its corporate and regulatory teams with hires from Dewey & LeBoeuf
  Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) is delighted to announce the recruitment of James Lewis and Robert Finney as Partners from the London office of Dewey & LeBoeuf. Corporate  Financial Institutions  Energy  Insurance & Reinsurance  Commodities  Finance  London  Africa  Asia Pacific  Eastern Europe & Russia  Indian Sub-continent  Middle East  Latin America  Scandinavia  USA & Canada 
• Holman Fenwick Willan continues expansion with partner hire
  29/05/2012
  Read more about Holman Fenwick Willan continues expansion with partner hire
  Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) is delighted to announce the recruitment of James Clibbon, who joins the firm's London office from Streathers Solicitors. Insurance & Reinsurance  Dispute Resolution  London 
• HFW maintains steady growth with focused strategy
  23/05/2012
  Read more about HFW maintains steady growth with focused strategy
  Holman Fenwick Willan has announced its results for the financial year ending 31 March 2012. Aerospace  Construction  Commodities  Energy  Financial Institutions  Insurance & Reinsurance  Logistics  Mining  Ports & Terminals  Shipping  Space  Yachts  Travel, Cruise & Leisure  EU, Competition and Trade Regulatory  Corporate  Dispute Resolution  Finance  Projects  Restructuring and Insolvency  Commercial  International Tax  International Trade Regulation  Employment, Immigration and Personal Injury  London  Paris  CyberOwl - London  Brussels  Geneva  Piraeus  Dubai  Shanghai  Hong Kong  Singapore  Melbourne  Sydney  Perth  Brazil  Alliance Offices  Africa  Asia Pacific  Eastern Europe & Russia  Indian Sub-continent  Latin America  Middle East  Scandinavia  USA & Canada 
• Holman Fenwick Willan continues expansion with Partner hire
  08/05/2012
  Read more about Holman Fenwick Willan continues expansion with Partner hire
  Leading international law firm, Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW), is delighted to announce the recruitment of Partner Alex Kyriakoulis who joins the firm's Corporate, Projects and Finance practice in London, effective 8 May 2012. Corporate  Energy  Commodities  Ports & Terminals  London  Piraeus  Eastern Europe & Russia 
• HFW advises on CFC buyout from Hyperion Group
  19/04/2012
  Read more about HFW advises on CFC buyout from Hyperion Group
  A team of HFW lawyers, led by Partners Richard Spiller and Ashwani Kochhar, has advised the purchaser and a consortium of investors on the buyout of specialist underwriting agency CFC from its parent, Hyperion Group. The deal, which is subject to FSA regulatory approvals, is expected to complete in Q2 2012. Corporate  Insurance & Reinsurance  London 
• HFW continues international investment across core sectors with Partner promotions
  29/03/2012
  Read more about HFW continues international investment across core sectors with Partner promotions
  Holman Fenwick Willan continues to boost its partnership ranks, with the announcement of three internal promotions across core sectors of focus, including aviation, insurance and logistics. Aerospace  Insurance & Reinsurance  Logistics  Dispute Resolution  London  Dubai  Middle East 
• Holman Fenwick Willan advises on new industry standard contract for maritime armed guards
  28/03/2012
  Read more about Holman Fenwick Willan advises on new industry standard contract for maritime armed guards
  Leading international law firm, Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) has been influential in the development of the Baltic and International Maritime Council's (BIMCO's) latest maritime standard contract - GUARDCON - tailored for the employment of private military security companies (PMSCs) to provide security guards on board merchant vessels. Shipping  Dispute Resolution  London  Africa  Asia Pacific  Eastern Europe & Russia  Indian Sub-continent  Latin America  Middle East  Scandinavia  USA & Canada 
• Holman Fenwick Willan advises COTCO on €75.3m Chad-Cameroon pipeline prefinancing
  16/03/2012
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  Leading international law firm, Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) has advised the Cameroon Oil Transportation Company (COTCO) in the €75.3m prefinancing for the development of the Chad-Cameroon pipeline to the Lom Pangar Hydro Power project. Energy  Corporate  Finance  Paris  Africa 
• HFW one of 'most highly regarded' for aviation
  28/02/2012
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  Who's Who Legal have just published the International Who's Who of Aviation Lawyers 2012 and HFW ranks amongst the Most Highly Regarded Firms. Aerospace  London  Latin America  Brazil  Dubai  Hong Kong 
• Holman Fenwick Willan expands in mining with partner hire
  22/02/2012
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  Leading international law firm, Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) is delighted to announce the recruitment of Western Australia's former Attorney-General and Environment Minister Cheryl Edwardes, who joins the firm's Perth office as a Partner in the Corporate, Projects & Finance practice, effective 1 March 2012. Mining  Perth  Asia Pacific 
• HFW wins award for customer satisfaction
  16/02/2012
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  In November 2011, Legal Week magazine published its annual Client Satisfaction Report. In the 8th annual survey, which is based on feedback from over 1000 companies, HFW received the highest ranking of major London-based firms outside the top 10, with an average client satisfaction score of 8.3 out of 10. London 
• Holman Fenwick Willan continues to invest in core capabilities with aviation partner hire
  27/01/2012
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  Leading international law firm, Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) is delighted to announce the recruitment of Pierre Frühling, who joins the firm's Paris and Brussels offices as a Partner in the Aerospace team, effective 1 March 2012. Aerospace  Paris  Brussels  EU, Competition and Trade Regulatory  Dispute Resolution  London 
• HFW sees out 2011 with more accolades
  28/12/2011
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  We are delighted to announce that Partner James Gosling has once again been named in the Lloyd's List 100 Most Influential People in Shipping list. Shipping  Finance  London  Scandinavia  Africa  Asia Pacific  Eastern Europe & Russia  Indian Sub-continent  Middle East  Latin America  USA & Canada 
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