Advocates and Legal Consultants

Maritime

Comprehensive maritime law services that protect our clients' interests and ensure compliance with local legislation and international conventions.

Maritime matters are among the most specialised and complex areas of law, given their direct connection to international trade, shipping and maritime transport, logistics, and marine insurance. The United Arab Emirates holds a strategic position as a global hub for trade and maritime transport, which has heightened the need for specialised legal services capable of handling a wide range of local and international maritime disputes.

Our firm provides integrated legal services in the field of maritime law, representing companies, institutions, investors, ship operators, shipping agents, and cargo owners across a variety of maritime disputes and proceedings, while safeguarding our clients' interests and ensuring compliance with local maritime legislation and the relevant international conventions.

Types of Cases We Handle

Vessel arrest.
Release of arrested vessels.
Maritime claims.
Maritime carriage contracts.
Loading and unloading contracts.
Bill of lading disputes.
Marine insurance.
Maritime collisions.
Damage to cargo.
Claims arising from loss of cargo.
Maritime liability.
Maritime mortgages.
General average losses.
Shipping agency disputes.
Vessel operation disputes.
Disputes relating to ports and maritime services.
Maritime arbitration.

Vessel Arrest and Maritime Claims

Vessel arrest is one of the most important legal tools that enables a creditor to protect its rights and secure the satisfaction of maritime claims. Our firm possesses extensive experience in the following procedures:

Obtaining vessel arrest orders.
Releasing arrested vessels.
Representing shipowners.
Representing maritime creditors.
Managing maritime claims related to arrest.
Handling disputes arising from arrest and enforcement proceedings.

Maritime Transport and Shipping Disputes

Many disputes arise during maritime transport operations as a result of delay, damage, loss, or improper performance of contractual obligations. Our team represents clients in disputes relating to:

Bills of lading.
Maritime carriage contracts.
Cargo damage.
Loss of shipments.
Delayed delivery.
Claims arising from improper storage or handling.
Disputes between shipping companies and clients.

Marine Insurance

Marine insurance plays a pivotal role in protecting vessels, cargo, and the commercial interests connected to maritime transport. Our firm provides legal support in:

Marine insurance claims.
Disputes with insurance companies.
Interpretation of insurance policies.
Assessment of maritime damages.
Compensation procedures.
Claims relating to maritime losses.

Maritime Collisions and Legal Liability

Maritime accidents may lead to significant loss of life, property, or cargo. Our team represents clients in cases relating to:

Vessel collisions.
Marine environmental damage.
Liability for maritime accidents.
Compensation arising from accidents.
Claims arising from maritime negligence or fault.

Maritime Mortgages and Finance

Maritime mortgages and maritime finance require specialised legal expertise, given their technical nature and their interconnection with financial and commercial systems. Our firm provides legal services that include:

Creating maritime mortgages.
Enforcing mortgages.
Disputes relating to maritime finance.
Managing maritime rights and securities.
Representing financial institutions and investors.

Maritime Arbitration

Maritime arbitration is among the most widely used means for resolving international maritime disputes. Our firm provides specialised services in:

Drafting maritime arbitration clauses.
Representing clients before arbitral tribunals.
Managing international maritime disputes.
Enforcing maritime arbitral awards.
Providing legal advice on arbitration proceedings.

Representation Before Courts and Competent Authorities

Our firm represents clients before the various authorities competent in maritime matters, including:

Courts competent in maritime disputes.
Commercial courts.
Maritime arbitral tribunals.
Maritime regulatory bodies.
Ports and competent maritime authorities.
Government bodies concerned with maritime transport.

Legal Support for Maritime Companies

Alongside dispute management, our firm provides integrated legal services to companies operating in the maritime sector, including:

Reviewing and drafting maritime contracts.
Legal risk management.
Advisory services relating to maritime legislation.
Regulatory compliance support.
Preparing maritime commercial agreements.
Providing ongoing legal advisory services to companies operating in the field of maritime transport, shipping, and maritime services.

Other practice areas

Civil & Commercial Labor & Employment Corporate & Tax Disputes

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