Maritime

Navigating the Complexities of Maritime Law with Precision and Authority

The UAE’s strategic coastal location and role as a global trade and logistics hub make maritime law a critical component of commercial operations. At Naser Abdulla Almuharrami Advocates & Legal Consultants, we bring over 15 years of experience in local and international maritime law to support shipowners, charterers, cargo interests, insurers, port authorities, and logistics companies. Our firm provides end-to-end legal solutions in all aspects of maritime operations, disputes, and regulations, offering industry-specific knowledge, cross-border capabilities, and swift legal action when needed. 

Our Maritime Legal Services Include:

Admiralty Law

We advise on matters involving vessel ownership, flag registration, collisions, arrests, salvage rights, and maritime jurisdiction, ensuring protection under UAE maritime codes and international conventions. 

Marine Insurance

We handle disputes and provide advisory services relating to hull and machinery insurance, cargo insurance, P&I coverage, and other forms of maritime risk. Our team also assists in policy drafting, claims settlement, and insurer-liability cases. 

Shipping Law

Our firm covers a broad range of shipping matters including vessel financing, regulatory compliance, crew contracts, flag state obligations, and commercial shipping transactions under both UAE and international law. 

Charter Parties

We draft, review, and litigate charter party agreements covering time, voyage, and bareboat charters. We help clients manage liabilities, cargo obligations, demurrage, and performance clauses.

Cargo Claims

We represent carriers, freight forwarders, and cargo owners in disputes involving damage, delay, or loss of goods, providing legal support in cargo recovery, liability defense, and insurance coordination.

Maritime Personal Injury

We provide legal representation in crew injury, wrongful death, and occupational hazard claims, addressing compensation rights under maritime labor law and UAE civil codes.

Salvage and Towage

We advise on legal issues involving emergency response, salvage rights, salvage rewards, and towage contracts, ensuring that contractual and statutory obligations are respected in marine emergencies.

Maritime Liens

We assist clients in asserting or defending against maritime liens and vessel arrests to secure claims related to unpaid dues, damages, or services rendered.

Maritime Arbitration and Dispute Resolution

Our firm represents clients in maritime arbitration proceedings under global maritime forums (e.g., LMAA, ICC, DIAC), as well as UAE court litigation, ensuring swift resolution of shipping and admiralty disputes.

Why Choose Naser Abdulla Almuharrami Advocates & Legal Consultants for Maritime Law?

  • Specialized Maritime Expertise: Our lawyers are well-versed in UAE Maritime Law, international admiralty conventions, and commercial shipping practices. 

  • Strategic Port-City Presence: Operating from the UAE; home to major global ports like Jebel Ali and Khalifa; we understand local regulatory frameworks and logistics intricacies. 

  • Strong Dispute Resolution Track Record: We handle maritime disputes through litigation, arbitration, and out-of-court settlements; delivering practical and cost-effective solutions.

  • Cross-Border Capabilities: We coordinate seamlessly with foreign law firms and marine surveyors in complex, multi-jurisdictional cases.

  • Industry-Focused Approach: Our advice is tailored to the realities of maritime commerce, balancing legal protection with business continuity.

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