ARIFA partner Roy C. Durling Jr. has been ranked in Band 3 for shipping law in Panama by Chambers Global 2024. This is the twelfth straight year that Mr. Durling has been recognized by Chambers Global.

"Roy Durling is an amazing lawyer and when he participates in shipping transactions he is excellent. His approach to deals is great." Chambers Global 2024

"Ecellent level of responsiveness and the high quality of these responses."  Chambers Global 2020

"An excellent and highly experienced lawyer."  "Great attention to detail, skills and responsiveness." 

"An expert in everything vessel-related." "Every deal is a race to see who is going to get Roy on their side."

In other editions, Mr. Durling has been praise from interviewed sources that recognized him as "intelligent, dedicated and detailed in the transaction." They have added: "He's very experienced, commercially aware and understands US issues - his advice is always to the point and we are always pleased to work with him." (Chambers 2016); and for his "expertise, responsiveness and good working relationships with the relevant maritime authorities." (Chambers 2014)

Chambers Global 2010 reported Mr. Durling to be "a prepared and thorough lawyer" according to industry and market peers. According to Chambers, Mr. Durling has remained at the forefront of market knowledge and client contact.

About Chambers Global
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