Tim Maxwell
- Partner
- Art & Luxury Law
Tim Maxwell discusses the legal complexities of shipwrecked treasures in the Financial Times
Head of Art & Luxury Tim Maxwell has been quoted in the Financial Times article, ‘Want to be a shipwreck treasure hunter? You’d better lawyer up’, which explores the growing legal disputes surrounding shipwrecked treasures and the competing claims of salvage companies, former colonies and nation states.
The article examines the discovery and recovery of valuable artefacts from historic shipwrecks, including Spanish galleons, and the complex questions of ownership, cultural heritage and commercial interests that arise.
Tim provides insight into the legal challenges surrounding shipwreck salvage, highlighting the competing interests of preserving underwater cultural heritage and the significant financial investment required to recover valuable treasures.
Read the full article in The Financial Times (£)
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