Maritime Law

B & B Law Office has a long-standing reputation in handling the complex legal and practical issues related with the maritime affairs and shipping. Our maritime lawyers participate in creating law projects in the field of merchant shipping. Involved by the State Department of the Sea and River Transport of Ukraine, our partners commented on the Rules of arrest of sea-going vessels in Ukraine and elaborated on a number of provisions of the Ukrainian Merchant Shipping Code.

B & B Law Office deals with a wide range of maritime disputes acting for shipowners, shipbuilders, ship managers, cargo interests, charterers and P&I Clubs. We have an “in-depth” understanding of the legal and commercial implications of all areas of maritime law, including:

Marine casualties

Our aim is to protect our clients’ interests by reacting quickly to incidents, assemble a team to deal with the multitude of issues which can arise, thoroughly investigate the facts and control mass media interest.

- Collisions

- Damage to offshore installations and port constructions

- Salvage, wreck removal and recovery

- Pollution and environmental damage

- General average and total loss

- Piracy

- Death and personal injury

Charter party disputes and arbitration
Cargo and bills of lading
Ship arrest