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Jason Toms

Jason Toms

Consultant

Jason is a maritime and commercial litigator known for his advice in complex shipping and commercial disputes.

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Awards and Recognition

Shipping
The Legal 500 Asia Pacific 2025 (Hong Kong)

Shipping: foreign firms
The Legal 500 Asia Pacific 2025 (China)

Ranked for 16 consecutive years
Chambers & Partners 2025 (Global) Shipping Litigation

Biography

Language - English
Jurisdictions - Hong Kong, England & Wales

Jason Toms is a seasoned commercial and maritime litigator, adept at navigating both ‘wet’ and ‘dry’ shipping matters. His expertise is sought by clients facing high-stakes and high profile challenges, including those arising from maritime disasters and intricate commercial disputes. Jason has successfully represented clients in landmark cases before the Hong Kong High Court, Court of Appeal and Court of Final Appeal. As a solicitor advocate, he appears as "trial" advocate in Court on behalf of clients before the High Court and Court of Appeal.

Jason offers clear, pragmatic solutions to complex legal issues. His strategic insight, commercial acumen and advocacy skills make him a valuable asset to clients seeking to resolve contentious matters.

Clients appreciate Jason’s dedication and readiness to tackle their most challenging legal issues. His reputation underscores his commitment to delivering exceptional legal services. Jason’s work in high-profile cases, such as the Nina Wang probate litigation, the "Lamma IV" Maritime tragedy and the Aeroflot "child in the cockpit" air crash litigation, highlight his ability to deal effectively with the most complex cases, ensuring clients achieve successful outcomes.

Experience

  • Administrators pendente lite of estate of Nina Wang

    Advised administrators & appeared as advocate in court as necessary on contested probate applications.

  • Lamma IV

    Represented owners of Lamma IV advising and appearing as advocate in court hearings arising out of Hong Kong's worst Maritime tragedy.

  • TS Singapore

    Appeared as "trial" counsel in three-way collision trial before Admiralty Court.

EXPERTISE