Ince & Co has appointed a new senior partner, with James Wilson set to take the helm of the specialist shipping firm after clinching the post in a contested election.

Wilson, who currently heads the firm’s marine casualty practice, was confirmed in the management role for a five-year term last week (16 November). He will replace outgoing incumbent Peter Rogan when he steps down from the position in spring 2008 and will work alongside current managing partner Chris Jefferis.