Campbell Johnston Clark (CJC) has inaugurated a new office in Genoa, Italy, furthering its reach in the maritime law sector. This expansion follows the firm's decision to incorporate a seasoned team of maritime lawyers, skilled in both English and Italian law.
CJC, already established in London, Newcastle, Singapore, and Miami, now strengthens its European presence with a new team comprising seven legal professionals stationed in London and Genoa, under the leadership of Enrico Vergani. Vergani has also taken on the role of director within the firm.
Experienced leadership and expertise
Enrico Vergani, recognised in directories, such as The Chambers & Partners and The Legal 500 EMEA for his expertise in maritime law in Italy, specialises in areas including project financing, litigation, international arbitration, and shipbuilding/ship conversion contract law.
The local term is headed by lawyer Marco Mastropasqua, who boasts over 2 decades of market experience
Joining him in CJC's London office are Giulia Morelli, who specialises in commercial litigation and arbitration and international sanctions, Marco Pirino, focusing on aviation and customs, and Filippo Vergani as a Trainee Solicitor.
In Genoa, the local representation is headed by lawyer Marco Mastropasqua, who boasts over two decades of market experience. The Genoa team also includes Italian lawyer Luna Montervino Lisi and Personal Assistant Katya Barbieri, all operating from the commercial maritime district within Galleria Mazzini.
Expanding maritime law reach
Alistair Johnston, Director at CJC, commented on this strategic move, stating that the expansion marks a natural progression for the firm and reaffirms its ambitions in both contentious and non-contentious maritime law matters as CJC concludes its 15th anniversary year.
Johnston highlighted the firm's longstanding relationships with Italian shipping market stakeholders like Owners, brokers, and insurers, particularly in Genoa, which this development aims to strengthen.
Commitment to quality and growth
Expressing enthusiasm about the Genoa office opening, Enrico Vergani remarked on the commitment to bringing CJC's distinctive energy and quality to the Italian market. Vergani expressed pride in the expansion, emphasising CJC's investment in Genoa as a means to enhance its relationship with London.
The development fosters excitement within the team about bridging these two key markets and historic marine insurance centres, aligning closely with CJC's maritime focus.
