Maritime Law (Admiralty) Law and Law of the Sea

Admiralty law governs private maritime disputes (e.g., salvage claims, ship collisions, cargo damage, vessel ownership, marine insurance, vessel ownership, charter agreements and injuries at sea). Conversely, the Law of the Sea such as the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (“UNCLOS”) is a branch of public international law regulating state interactions, territorial waters, deep sea mining, environmental boundaries, and navigation rights

Maritime legal matters can involve complex questions about jurisdiction, applicable laws and strict time limits. A dispute may involve multiple countries, commercial parties, insurers or government authorities. Without appropriate legal advice, individuals and businesses may face financial loss, operational delays, damaged commercial relationships or difficulty enforcing their rights. There may also be environmental, regulatory and reputational consequences if legal obligations are not properly understood.

Hale Legal has gained decades of experience in these fields and can guide you through the labyrinth of Commonwealth and public and private international law