Sorainen, in cooperation with an English law firm, advised one of the largest wood processing companies in the Baltics on a complex international trade and maritime law matter. The dispute arose when the competent US authorities raised concerns about the possible non-compliance of a cargo carried on a vessel bound to US port with phytosanitary requirements . The resulting decision had significant financial, logistical and legal implications for several parties, including the owners of different cargoes.
Our involvement
We developed the legal strategy and led negotiations between the shipowners, charterers, shippers and insurers.
As a result, a solution was reached that helped the parties avoid lengthy and costly disputes across multiple jurisdictions while preserving their commercial relationships.
The client was advised by partner Valts Nerets, counsels Agita Sprūde and Santa Rubīna and associate Artūrs Kazāks.
