Navigating the legal waters of luxury, commerce, and compliance—onshore and at sea.
The yachting world is more than transportation—it’s a symbol of prestige, freedom, and global mobility. But behind the elegance lies a complex framework of international regulations, high-stakes transactions, and operational risks. Our firm partners with clients to manage these challenges with precision and discretion, ensuring that every voyage—whether for leisure or business—remains seamless and secure.
How We Support the Yachting Industry
We represent and advise clients across the full spectrum of yachting operations, including ownership, chartering, brokerage, and crew management. Our capabilities include:
- Yacht Purchase & Sale Transactions: Structuring and negotiating yacht acquisitions, sales, and financing arrangements with attention to cross-border legal implications.
- Charter Agreements & Liability Management: Drafting and reviewing charter contracts, managing risk exposure, and resolving liability claims.
- Crew Employment & Management: Advising on crew contracts, employment disputes, and compliance with maritime labor conventions.
- Dispute Resolution & Litigation: Managing vessel-related disputes and representing clients in state, federal, and international courts. This includes charter disagreements, insurance claims, breach of contract, vessel damage, personal injury, commercial disputes, and regulatory enforcement.
- Crisis Response & Reputation Protection: Providing rapid legal support during onboard incidents, investigations, or media-sensitive situations.
With a proven track record in maritime law and a commitment to discretion, we help clients safeguard their vessels, reputations, and interests—onshore and at sea.
