Our people

Jacob qualified as a solicitor in 2023 and joined Mills & Co. on qualification.

Work types

Since joining Jacob has experienced a broad range of matters across P&I, FDD, admiralty and international trade proceedings. Jacob has particular experience handling cargo claims, speed and performance claims, claims for unpaid hire, and detention/demurrage claims. Jacob has also assisted on major casualty claims, high value fraud claims, claims arising from damage to the vessel caused by non-contractual cargo, and crane damage disputes.

Background and education

2023 – Present - Mills & Co.

2021 – 23 - Paul Dodds Law

2019 – 20 - LPC (Merit/2.1) – Northumbria University

2016 – 19 - BA in Law (2.1) – University of Durham