Dimitris Anassis

Partner

Piraeus

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About me

As a Piraeus-based partner, I specialise in shipping and international trade disputes in the context of both arbitration and court proceedings under English law, including cross-border and trade finance disputes, advising owners, charterers, P&I clubs, marine insurers and shipbrokers.

My work covers the full range of shipping and trade issues, from charterparty and cargo disputes to marine insurance, shipbuilding and sale and purchase matters. I also advise on international trade sanctions as well as decarbonisation, including CII, EU ETS and FuelEU maritime requirements.

I am also a longstanding Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (FCIArb) and a Supporting Member of the London Maritime Arbitrators Association (LMAA), and I accept appointments as an arbitrator in relation to matters within my expertise.

Clients describe me as thorough, responsive and commercially minded. I aim to deliver clear strategy and decisive action, combining technical precision with a practical approach to resolving disputes.

Beyond the law, as well as being a father and a proud Greek, I’m also a straight talker who believes that, even in the most technical disputes, success depends on clear thinking and strategy. These are qualities I strive to bring to every case.

My experience

  • Acting on a multi-million US dollar marine insurance claim heard up to the UK Supreme Court.
  • Acting on a complex multi-million US dollar dispute between shareholders following the collapse of a ship management joint venture, involving a multitude of contractual and tortious / criminal aspects in a number of jurisdictions.
  • Advising on several matters relating to US / EU / UK / UN sanctions.
  • Advising on a number of casualties involving general average, unseaworthiness, abandonment and transshipment considerations.
  • Acting on a complex multi-million US dollar bill of lading dispute involving a series of novations, guarantees, undertakings and mortgage registrations/deregistrations as well as civil/criminal proceedings in a number of jurisdictions

My expertise

ShippingInternational arbitrationInsurersAdmiralty and casualty managementCommoditiesCommercial disputesCostsShareholder disputesSanctions

“Dimitris’ depth of expertise is exceptional and matched only by his ability to navigate complex matters with clarity and precision. He consistently provides a clear strategy and practical next steps, ensuring that every aspect of a case is handled with confidence. His responsiveness is truly outstanding and makes his clients feel fully supported throughout the process. He is definitely the kind of lawyer you want on your side — not on the opposite.”

Spyros Kokkaliaris, Senior Legal Counsel, GasLog

"Hill Dickinson, and Dimitris Anassis in particular, consistently deliver prompt and commercially focused advice. Their in-depth knowledge of shipping law, combined with their practical approach and willingness to support us at short notice, makes them an invaluable partner to our business."

Carlo Psilopoulos, Shipping Lawyer, Olympic Shipping and Management S.A.

“Dimitris is extremely bright, diligent and hard-working. He is remarkably commercial and punches well above his age. He is able to handle the most complex disputes either on the dry or wet side. The thoroughness of his legal analysis is only matched by the value of his advice on strategy. All this, coupled with his practical and commercial approach, make him a real asset to have in a dispute that is either brewing or ongoing. Having a case against him and his team is a challenge in itself!”

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