Jonathan is a leading expert in shipping and commercial law with particular expertise in bunkers and is co-author of the only legal text-book on bunkers - Fisher & Lux on "Bunkers" (now in its third edition). He advises the major P&I Clubs, their shipowner and charterer members, and major insurers.
Jonathan is a Council Member of the International Bunker Industry Association and former co-ordinator of its working group on dispute resolutions, and a Director of the London Shipping Law Centre. He has been listed in Chambers Global Directory and Who’s Who Legal 2009 as a leading international shipping lawyer in London.
"Regarded as a team player, he is 'a valuable asset in contentious circumstances'." Chambers & Partners, 2008
“Leads the voting worldwide with unanimous praise coming from all corners of the globe.” Who’s Who Legal, 2009
Other publications he has co-authored include:
- The Law of Tug, Tow and Pilotage
- The Law and Practice of Marine Insurance and Average Bunkers
- Classification Societies
- Maritime Law Handbook
- Corporate Social Responsibility
- Getting the Deal Through - Shipping
Jonathan acts for oil industry interests including major offshore construction, drilling and other oilfield services contractors in support of their worldwide services.
He advises on the construction, employment and operation of offshore drilling units and production platforms. His experience in advising on maritime issues has led to the development of his practice in offshore energy as well as renewables. He also advises clients on preparation, drafting and negotiation of contracts for offshore structures and support vessels, including the construction and charter of FPSOs and pipelaying vessels.
His expertise extends to the operation and leasing of assets utilised by the offshore oil and gas industry, on claims under marine and energy insurance policies, and on disputes arising from all of the foregoing.
A pioneer in the introduction of ADR into his fields of practice, Jonathan is also a practising arbitrator and Fellow of the Institute of Arbitrators.
He is an accredited mediator who has conducted numerous mediations over many years achieving an enviable success rate and has participated in Court mediation schemes. He has also lectured widely and written numerous articles on the subject of mediation and is co-author of ADR and Commercial Disputes (Sweet & Maxwell, 2003).
"Ince & Co was a founder member of CEDR, and Lux is a standard bearer for the firm's dedication to the mediation process. He offers parties considerable commercial experience...Solicitors turn to him for his 'wise guidance, flexible approach and excellent communication skills'." Chambers & Partners, 2008