PRC firm Haiwen & Partners occupies a unique niche in the Hong Kong legal market. The firm’s Hong Kong practice is particularly known for its expertise in commercial and transactions. It is also well versed in arbitration, bankruptcy reorganisation, IP litigation, anti-monopoly and anti-unfair competition litigation. Its clientele covers various industries such as finance, manufacturing, real estate, retail, energy, media, medicine, technology and transportation.
Hong Kong-based partner Edward Liu is a key figure. He has substantial experience in international arbitration and commercial litigation. He is also lauded for his shipping expertise with considerable experience in dry shipping, including claims under charterparties, bills of lading, long-term contracts of affreightment, sale of second-hand vessels and marine insurance.
On the shipping front, the firm is currently assisting a leading producer of lashing material for container ships in defending a claim arising from the MS One Apus incident. This incident resulted in the loss of approximately 1,900 containers in the Pacific ocean, and the firm's client is alleged to be responsible. The claim includes various elements such as loss of goods, loss of hire, ship repair costs, extra port expenses, and related expenses. This complex case involves maritime law, product liability, compliance and jurisdictional disputes.
Details of cases the firm has advised on during the research period remain confidential.
