Chambers Global 2019
Chambers Global 2019 recognized Blank Rome as a global leader in Shipping: Litigation – Global-wide, as well as Partner John D. Kimball as a leading shipping litigation attorney.
As published in Chambers Global 2019:
Shipping Litigation – Global-wide
WHAT THE TEAM IS KNOWN FOR: “Well-regarded shipping litigation practice, with considerable
expertise in dealing with high-profile disputes, as well as maritime arbitration. Handles a wide range of issues, including casualties, charter party disputes, bankruptcy and environmental matters.
Acts for a mix of owners, operators, charterers, financial institutions and shipyards. Respected both within the USA and internationally for its deep industry knowledge, and noted for its expertise in shipping issues as they intersect with environmental litigation.”
STRENGTHS: “One peer described the team as a ‘real quality outfit.’”
John D. Kimball – Shipping: Litigation, Global-wide
The “excellent” John Kimball offers clients a wealth of experience across a range of different matters, including collisions, Chapter 11 bankruptcies and high-value salvage. He is regularly instructed by both domestic and international P&I clubs and frequently sits as an arbitrator in shipping disputes. He is based in New York.
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U.S. News & World Report – Best Lawyers 2019®
Blank Rome’s Maritime practice was ranked in the top national and regional tiers for Admiralty & Maritime Law, as well as nationally ranked in 29 practice areas and regionally ranked in 77 practice areas in the 2019 “Best Law Firms” survey by U.S. News & World Report – Best Lawyers®.
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Who’s Who Legal 2018
The following Blank Rome Maritime attorneys were recognized in Who’s Who Legal 2018 for their leading shipping industry knowledge and practices.
- Thomas H. Belknap, Jr., Partner
- Michael K. Bell, Partner
- Brett M. Esber, Senior Counsel
- Jeanne M. Grasso, Partner
- John D. Kimball, Partner
- Richard V. Singleton II, Partner
- Jonathan K. Waldron, Partner
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