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"John Hicks is one of the best lawyers I have come across in the maritime/insurance sector. His knowledge is vast, his commercial acumen second to none and he is respected across the industry. His success rate is also very high on cases." (Legal 500) "Formidable... vast experience in shipping related disputes valued for his experience, negotiating skills and business acumen" (Legal 500) "… a force to be reckoned with who never stops until he gets a satisfactory result for his client" (Legal 500) "Profound knowledge on all matters concerning shipping law" (Chambers and Partners) "John provides prompt and very commercial advice, and fully understands how his clients operate and what advice they need". (Chambers and Partners) John Hicks originally qualified as a barrister and worked as an in-house lawyer for a number of years for a major P&I Club before becoming a principal of an average adjusting company. By the time he requalified as a solicitor in 1986 he was experienced in all areas of the marine market. An all-rounder, he deals in both dry shipping and admiralty litigation, as well as ship sale and purchase, shipbuilding disputes and other non-contentious marine work. In addition to the more usual areas of practice he has particular specialist experience in handling MOA disputes and total losses. John is listed in all of Legal 500, Chambers and Partners and Super Lawyers as one of the country’s top maritime lawyers. His interests include art, architecture, tennis, opera and scuba diving. 
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