Zografakis joined Stephenson Harwood’s 10-partner shipping litigation group at the end of last week after six years at niche City firm Middleton Potts, where he specialised in international trade and commodities disputes and advisory work in shipping and oil trading issues.
Zografakis was previously an associate at Richards Butler, where he spent seven years in the shipping practice.
Paolo Ghirardani, Stephenson Harwood head of shipping litigation, said: “Haris has a bluechip practice and his appointment strengthens our shipping and commodities team.”
He added: “Haris’ exposure to the Greek shipping market will further enhance our practice acting for Greek interests both in London and Piraeus, as we look to capitalise on his contacts as well as further enhance our relationships in the regions.”
Zografakis numbers a raft of major international trading companies among his clients, including Trafigura, BASF and Total.
The hire is one of several the 84-partner City firm has made in the past six months.
