Matthew has a passion for both yachting and the law. With over 20 years of experience as a captain and bridge officer, which has included captaining superyachts and overseeing major shipbuilding and renovation projects, he has much first-hand experience in the maritime industry.
Utilising this commercial superyacht experience, Matthew is building a legal and mediation practice specialising in maritime and shipping law. He has an in-depth understanding of the day-to-day running of large commercial yachts and the many maritime regulations involved. He is looking forward to representing yacht owners, captains and crew in contract law, employment law and other commercial litigation issues, providing professional legal representation with a genuine understanding of the particular maritime industry and the law. He is a qualified mediator.
Click on the following link to read 'Plain Sailing: From Yacht Captain to the Bar' from Solicitors Journal:
Solicitors Journal - Plain sailing: From yacht Captain to the Bar
Areas of law
Employment Law
Representing yacht owners, captains and crew in employment law issues, including:
Contract Law
Advising shipping entrepreneurs, high net-worth individuals, superyacht builders, designers and banks in contractual disputes, including:
Tort Law & Other Maritime Commercial Litigation
Providing advice and representation in cases relating to claims of:
Also acting in cases relating to salvage rights, collision disputes and other marine-related issues.
Memberships
Education
Personal Interests
Outside of his interest in the law, Matthew has many hobbies and interests, principal among these is travel. During his yachting career, he has sailed and explored all over the world, including North & South America, Europe, Asia and the Indian Ocean. His next planned adventure is to go trekking in Ethiopia.