Admiralty & Shipping Law

We offer specialized legal expertise in both dry and wet shipping operations, in compliance with Bangladesh laws and international conventions. Our team of experienced professionals manages a variety of maritime issues with precision and dedication, guaranteeing the protection of your shipping interests.

Dry Shipping Work

Dry shipping involves disputes and legal matters related to the commercial and contractual aspects of maritime operations. Our firm handles the following key areas:

1. Contracts of Affreightment Disputes

  • Resolving disputes arising from agreements between cargo owners and shipowners regarding the transportation of goods.
  • Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating charter parties and bills of lading to safeguard clients’ interests.
  • Addressing issues such as delays, non-payment, or breach of terms.

2. Cargo Claims

  • Representing clients in claims related to loss, damage, or contamination of cargo during transit.
  • Investigating incidents to determine liability under shipping contracts.
  • Providing expertise in claims resolution through negotiation, arbitration, or litigation.

3. Marine Insurance Claims

  • Handling claims under marine insurance policies, including hull and machinery insurance, cargo insurance, and P&I cover.
  • Ensuring clients receive rightful compensation for insured losses.
  • Advising on policy interpretation and compliance.

4. Arrest of Ships and Judicial Sales

  • Securing the arrest of vessels to protect creditors’ rights.
  • Managing legal proceedings to enforce maritime claims efficiently.
  • Facilitating judicial sales of ships to recover dues or resolve disputes.

Wet Shipping Work

Wet shipping involves incidents occurring at sea, requiring immediate and expert handling. We bring extensive experience in resolving complex cases in this domain, including:

1. Casualties

  • Investigating and resolving legal issues related to shipwrecks, groundings, and other maritime accidents.
  • Advising on salvage operations, environmental obligations, and compensation claims.

2. Collisions

  • Representing clients in disputes arising from vessel collisions.
  • Determining fault based on evidence and international regulations.
  • Handling claims for damages, personal injury, and loss of life.

3. Pilotage and Towing Disputes

  • Addressing disputes involving pilotage services for safe navigation in Bangladesh’s ports and waterways.
  • Handling legal issues arising from towing operations, including contractual breaches or negligence.

4. Salvage Operations

  • Assisting clients in salvage operations under Bangladesh law and international conventions like the Salvage Convention 1989.
  • Protecting the rights of salvors and vessel owners during complex operations.

The Justice Corner Law Firm stands out as the top pick for anyone needing legal help with dry and wet shipping issues. Our lawyers know how to solve tough problems about freight agreements, cargo disputes, and ship seizures. We also handle big problems like ship crashes, rescue jobs, and sea accidents. We understand Bangladesh’s sea laws and global rules inside out, so we can give quick smart advice that puts our clients first. You can trust The Justice Corner Law Firm to protect your sea-related interests and guide you through the tricky world of shipping law with skill and care.

OUR MOTTO

We secure justice with passion where client care and client satisfaction are of paramount importance without compromising quality. It is committed to adopting an innovative approach to creating a congenial, easy, and comfortable work environment with an approach to maximize the quality of legal services. It also emphasizes ensuring that its lawyers strictly follow the canons of professional conduct and etiquette.

Our team of lawyers strives to provide the highest level of service to our clients, ensuring that their needs and concerns are always heard and addressed. We understand that legal matters can be complex and overwhelming, which is why we make it a priority to communicate with our clients in a clear and straightforward manner.

At the same time, we are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of professionalism and ethics in all our dealings. We believe that by following the canons of professional conduct and etiquette, we not only serve our clients but also contribute to the integrity and credibility of the legal profession.

In pursuing our mission, we also recognize the importance of innovation and creativity. We are always looking for new and better ways to improve our services and make the legal process more accessible and user-friendly for our clients. Ultimately, our goal is to provide effective and efficient legal solutions that meet the needs of our clients and exceed their expectations

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