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London remains leader

The growth of UK maritime law firms keeps London firmly in its place as the leading worldwide centre for maritime legal services. UK maritime law firms now employ 2,300 people, up from 621 in 1990. 200 barristers are also now listed as marine specialists. The ‘Big Three’ law firms are Ince & Co, Holman, Fenwick & Willan and Clyde & Co.

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