Navigating complex maritime matters with precision and strength.
Maritime and shipping matters are inherently complex, often involving substantial commercial interests, valuable assets, multiple parties, international contracts and several jurisdictions.
Khalil Law Firm advises and represents shipowners, operators, charterers, cargo interests, traders, insurers, businesses and other stakeholders in contentious and non-contentious maritime and shipping matters in Lebanon and internationally.
Our experience includes, but is not limited to:
- Carriage of goods by sea
- Charterparties and charter disputes
- Bills of lading
- Cargo claims, loss and damage
- Vessel arrest and release
- Maritime liens and claims
- Ship ownership and related transactions
- Shipping and commercial contracts
- Freight and payment disputes
- Marine insurance matters
- Collisions and maritime liabilities
- Port and terminal-related matters
- Shipbuilding, repair and supply disputes
- Maritime arbitration and litigation
- Recognition and enforcement of maritime claims and judgments
- Cross-border shipping disputes
In maritime matters, timing can be decisive. From urgent vessel arrests and protective measures to substantial contractual and commercial disputes, we assess the contractual framework, available remedies, assets and jurisdictions involved from the outset and determine the course of action best suited to our client’s position.
Where a matter extends beyond Lebanon, we coordinate with foreign counsel, maritime experts and other specialists as required, while maintaining a clear and unified legal strategy across jurisdictions.
When vessels, cargo, substantial claims or commercial interests are at stake, Khalil Law Firm combines speed, strategic judgment and determined representation to act when and where its clients need it.