Richard Johnson-Brown
Partner
Richard is a partner in the marine, trade and aviation team, specialising in shipping, commodities and yachting disputes.
In the commercial shipping sector, he handles disputes arising from shipbuilding, ship sale and purchase, ship management, charterparties, booking notes and bills of lading, as well as disputes linked to collisions and general average. He also acts on disputes in the energy and commodities sector that arise from the sale of goods and trade finance. In the yachting sector, Richard advises on disputes arising from yacht design, yacht building, sale and purchase, chartering, insurance and accidents at sea. He also has experience of other commercial disputes, such as shareholder and finance-related disputes.
Dispute resolution is like a chess game. Anticipating multiple steps ahead is crucial. It’s also about understanding the psychology of the players involved and effectively communicating with them to achieve the best outcome.
Recommended for his expertise in the shipping sector by the Legal 500, Richard is based in the Piraeus office and speaks Greek, French and German. Prior to joining Penningtons Manches Cooper in 2024, he trained and spent many years at another leading shipping law firm before becoming a partner in 2020.
Recent work highlights
Marine fuel disputes
High Court action
Guidance for shipowners
Container collapse
Dispute with celebrity
Misallocation of shares
External recognition
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