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We solve disputes in shipping & international trade

We specialise in the trading of commodities, chartering and carriage of goods by sea

We handle disputes governed by English Law

We represent our clients in the English courts and in arbitrations under the LCIA, GAFTA, FOSFA, LMAA, SCAI and UNCITRAL rules

 

We provide a truly international service

Our lawyers are qualified in England & Wales, New York, Switzerland, Ukraine, Georgia and Cyprus

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Our Practice

We specialise in international dispute resolution, with a focus on disputes in international trade, shipping and commerce. We also regularly represent clients in investment and commercial arbitrations.

Shipping

Shipping

We deal with all types of charter party and bill of lading disputes. We deal with vessel registration. Learn more
International Trade

International Trade

We advise on all legal aspects of international commodity trading and represent clients in litigation and arbitration proceedings in this area. Learn more
English Litigation

English Litigation

Our London Office is authorised by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. We run complex multi-jurisdictional disputes in English Courts. Our work has generated multiple reported precedents in the English legal system. Learn more
International Commercial Arbitration

International Commercial Arbitration

We represent clients in LCIA, LMAA, ICC, SCAI, SCC and other arbitration proceedings in London, Geneva, Zurich, Stockholm, Parish and other venues. Learn more
Gafta and FOSFA Arbitration

Gafta and FOSFA Arbitration

Our team has extensive experience in soft commodity disputes and has been ranked by Legal 500 and other publications in this area. Learn more
Corporate and M&A

Corporate and M&A

We help set up companies in multiple jurisdictions (UK, Switzerland, Ukraine, Georgia, Cyprus). Learn more
Sanctions & Compliance

Sanctions & Compliance

We advise on sanctions, prepare sanctions and other compliance policies, run sanctions and other KYC checks on clients’ counterparties, potential partners and employees. Learn more
Investment Arbitration

Investment Arbitration

We represent clients in investor-state arbitrations and advise on structuring of investments to obtain coverage by appropriate international investment treaties. Learn more
WTO / Trade Regulation

WTO / Trade Regulation

We represent clients in disputes concerning anti-dumping measures and price undertakings. We advise on all aspects of WTO law. Learn more
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Our Offices

Our legal experts are on hand at our offices in the UK, Europe and Asia to help support you and your business.

Geneva, Switzerland
Geneva, Switzerland Cours de Rive 4, 1204
Fortior Law SA
+41 (0) 22 548 1748
Fortior Law (Switzerland) SA.
+41 (0) 22 312 17 48
London, UK
London, UK Chancery House, 53-64 Chancery Lane, London WC2A 1QS. SRA number: 8005637
Phone number
+44 20 8123 8331
Kyiv, Ukraine
Kyiv, Ukraine Maidan Nezalezhnosti, 2, 01012
Phone number
+380 67 307 57 08
Tbilisi, Georgia
Tbilisi, Georgia 1 Building, St. Leonidze, 2 Galaktion Tabidze St, Tbilisi 0105
Phone number
+995 32 290 00 39
Nicosia, Cyprus
Nicosia, Cyprus Kyriakou Matsi 16, Eagle House, 8th floor, 1082
Phone number
+357 22 056018
New-York, USA
New-York, USA Remote Office
Phone number
+41 22 548 1748
Taipei, Taiwan
Taipei, Taiwan 8F., No. 419, Danan Rd., Shilin Dist., Taipei City 111041, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
Phone number
+886 2 2812 2236

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Our latest cases, news, articles, and events

Why is the demurrage clause worth your attention?

Why is the demurrage clause worth your attention?

One nuance of such transportation, which is often given little attention while contracts are drafted, is the imposition of liquidated damages (demurrage) in the event of delays during loading or discharge of a vessel at a seaport. Learn more
How to calculate damages under a trade contract?

How to calculate damages under a trade contract?

When one defaults on a trade contract, the crucial question arises: how shall an innocent party to the contract calculate the damages due to be reimbursed by the defaulter? Learn more
The UK Arbitration Act 2025 - what is new?

The UK Arbitration Act 2025 - what is new?

The UK Arbitration Act 2025, which received Royal Assent on 24 February 2025 (the “Act”), introduces several significant reforms aimed at modernizing the arbitration process and reinforcing the UK's position as a leading destination for dispute resolution by providing amendments to the Arbitration Act 1996 (the “AA 1996”). Learn more
Fortior Law Announced as Legal Partner of KazOil-2025

Fortior Law Announced as Legal Partner of KazOil-2025

Fortior Law is proud to be the legal partner of KazOil-2025 international conference, which will be held in Astana on 13 February 2025. Learn more
Fortior Law Becomes a Member of the British-Kazakh Society

Fortior Law Becomes a Member of the British-Kazakh Society

We are honoured to join the British-Kazakh Society (BKS) as one of its members. Learn more
FOSFA Arbitration

FOSFA Arbitration

In the article we will explain the process and costs of FOSFA arbitration and how to improve your chances of success in this arbitration. Learn more
Laytime and demurrage

Laytime and demurrage

Laytime is time allowed to a vessel for loading and discharge, whereas demurrage is a compensation for failure to load or discharge the vessel within laytime. Learn more
GAFTA Arbitration

GAFTA Arbitration

In this article we will explain how Gafta arbitration works and how much it costs, and how to improve your chances of not only winning, but also recovering money from your debtor. Learn more
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