Dominic Ward

Dominic Ward

Profile

Dominic is Head of our Shipping and Transport Department and the firm’s Senior Partner.

Dominic is also a qualified Notary Public, providing notarial services to companies and individuals.

Having specialised in shipping law for over 30 years, Dominic has a long-established track record of handling High Court cases and international arbitrations. In addition to contentious work, Dominic regularly advises clients on international agreements relating to major international logistics projects. Dominic works closely with a network of lawyers overseas, advising on the legal matters around international shipping and trade. In addition, Dominic regularly advises companies on issues and disputes surrounding the carriage and distribution of goods whether by sea, road or air.

Testimonials

  • "Dominic [Ward] is part of what makes us have an edge over the competition."

    Chambers 2023
  • "I found Dominic Ward to be a very personable, experienced transport and logistics lawyer who can apply a legal twist to a commercial strategy to deliver a positive outcome. He delivers top quality legal advice."

    Legal 500 2022
  • "We engaged Dominic Ward on a specialist shipping issue we encountered. He is an expert on logistics and shipping, grasped our challenge immediately and very quickly worked with us to develop a strategy to manage the situation."

    Legal 500 2022
  • "Dominic Ward and Paul Newbon are people are very approachable, will always return a call, take the time to explain all the options and share their knowledge willingly, addressing every question with patience and kindness."

    Legal 500 2022
  • "Dominic Ward offers a wealth of information and support on all international shipping and trade related enquiries."

    Legal 500 2022
  • "Dominic is a very strong, knowledgeable and solution-oriented lawyer. He masters the art of combining the law and commercial aspects of a case."

    Chambers UK 2022
  • "Dominic Ward is attentive and goes beyond the call of duty."

    Legal 500
  • "Dominic Ward and his staff have always been most supportive and very helpful in dealing with associated leases, financial documentation and the registration of marine mortgages."

    Legal 500
  • "Dominic Ward and Hannah Horth – both marine experts, excellent communications and legal support."

    Legal 500
  • "He is very knowledgeable within the maritime sector and a strong negotiator while maintaining oversight of his clients' requirements."

    Chambers UK
  • “Highly intellectual and knowledgeable of shipping law. His expertise is impressive, pragmatic and commercial.”

    Chambers
  • “Extremely knowledgeable, efficient and commercial.”

    Legal 500
  • “We use Andrew Jackson and in particular Dominic Ward as I know we get excellent service. Dominic has extensive knowledge and experience in shipping law and can always be relied upon to deliver sound legal advice.”

    James Doyle J R Rix & Sons Limited
  • "...[Dominic] has a great ability to simplify issues and outline the right course of action."

    Chambers UK
  • "Dominic assists hauliers, distributors and insurers in a variety of road transport matters. Commentators note the breadth of his practice and his international outlook."

    Chambers UK
  • "Dominic garners respect in the industry for his long-term commitment to the [road transport, carriage & commercial] area, advising on matters from drafting of haulage agreements to cargo disputes."

    Chambers UK
  • "Andrew Jackson's help in our complex case was paramount. Against the odds, we won the Court case...I am convinced that I would have lost this case had I stuck with my old law firm."

    Maarten Vellenga SJB Petroleum Products

News & Events

Articles

Covid-19: Top questions 07.05.2020

Covid-19: Top questions 07.05.2020

In these challenging times, our teams have been receiving a high volume of queries from clients in the shipping industry about the impact of Covid-19 and key issues such as contracts, Force Majeure and the current picture around safe ports and Charters. To help our clients in the shipping …

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Coronavirus: Is it a Force Majeure?

Coronavirus: Is it a Force Majeure?

The tragic consequences of the coronavirus continue to be reported around the world, with the World Health Organisation recently declaring the novel coronavirus a public health emergency of international concern. In the commercial shipping sector, the impact of the coronavirus is also being felt: companies should not only consider the …

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