Shearwater Law strengthens maritime practice unit
Shearwater Law has appointed David Richards as a director in its maritime practice group. He joins the Newcastle office, following his role as deputy global head of P&I claims and head of a legal and expertise unit at an IG P&I Club, where he oversaw global mutual P&I claims and led the club’s expertise teams.
His extensive experience spans complex maritime casualties, legal disputes and claims management in areas including admiralty, cargo, maritime security, sanctions and pollution. Prior to his time at the club he was a partner in an international shipping law firm, where he specialised in trade, dry shipping and admiralty disputes.
Richards is a recognised authority in maritime law. He recently co-authored the fourth edition of the manual ‘Bills of Lading – A Guide to Good Practice’ (2024). He’s also a graduate of Harvard Law School’s ‘Negotiation and Leadership’ programme. (cj)