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Shipping & Maritime

Overview

The maritime industry is one of the most complex and globalised sectors, involving intricate legal issues that require industry specific knowledge. At Zul Rafique & Partners, we understand the unique challenges our clients face in the maritime industry. Our team is committed to providing comprehensive and effective legal solutions.

  • Ship or Vessel Arrest
  • Disputes between ship owners and shipbuilders
  • Collision Claims
  • Loss and Damage at Sea
  • Ship Mortgage Enforcement and Foreclosure
  • Commercial disputes involving charter parties, bills of lading, vessel ownership, shipbuilding agreements, demurrage, bunker disputes and other related matters

Areas of Practice

Our team can assist in inter alia the following areas:

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Areas of Practice

Our team can assist in inter alia the following areas:

Shipping & Maritime

Ship or Vessel Arrest

Disputes between ship owners and shipbuilders

Collision Claims

Loss and Damage at Sea

Ship Mortgage Enforcement and Foreclosure

Commercial disputes involving charter parties, bills of lading, vessel ownership, shipbuilding agreements, demurrage, bunker disputes and other related matters

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From day one, the team at Zul Rafique made me feel confident and supported. Their professionalism, attention to detail, and genuine care helped me through a very difficult time. I couldn’t have asked for better representation.

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I was impressed by their responsiveness and strategic thinking. They helped me navigate a complex business contract dispute and delivered results beyond my expectations. Highly recommended!

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What stood out most was their compassion during my divorce. Not only did they fight hard for my case, but they also treated me like a person, not just a client. That made all the difference.

Family Law — Monica S.

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