Maritime Arbitration
Valerio De Rossi is a Supporting Member of the London Maritime Arbitrators Association (LMAA) and a Member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators. He holds a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Maritime Law and is available to accept appointments as an arbitrator on LMAA Terms in maritime and offshore disputes, subject to independence and the absence of conflicts of interest. His work focuses on disputes arising from offshore operations, marine contracts, and technically complex maritime matters, where technical and contractual issues intersect.
Arbitration & Dispute Resolution
Maritime and offshore disputes often arise from operational decisions taken under conditions of uncertainty, time pressure, and evolving information. Effective dispute resolution requires an understanding not only of the legal framework, but also of the operational realities of maritime activity. Valerio De Rossi combines extensive maritime operational experience with academic training in maritime law and safety management. His professional background includes command at sea, senior roles in marine governance and risk management, and academic research in safety and human factors in high-risk environments. His areas of professional interest include disputes relating to:
BIMCO Charterparties
Towage and Rig Moves
Marine Risk
Maritime Claims
Maritime Operations and seamaship
Seaworthiness
Dynamic Positioning
Technical and Operational issues arising in the offshore energy sector
Expert and Technical Support
In addition to arbitration appointments, Valerio De Rossi may assist parties and legal advisers by providing technical insight into maritime operations and offshore activities. This may include assistance in relation to:
Expert Witness
Analysis of operational decision-making
Collision / allision analysis
technical context for maritime incidents
review of operational records
preparation of technical material relevant to maritime disputes
Such work may be undertaken in support of arbitration proceedings or other dispute resolution processes.
“The approach is structured and analytical. Opinions are reasoned, evidence-based, and impartial. Integrity and professional independence are fundamental to this practice”
Get In Touch
If you would like to discuss a potential appointment, seek preliminary views on a maritime dispute, or enquire about availability for arbitration or expert work, please feel free to make contact.