Best Maritime Law Firms in the World

Find top-rated maritime law firms with expertise in shipping, admiralty, and international maritime law. Our comprehensive directory helps you connect with specialized legal counsel for all your maritime needs.

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Top Maritime Law Firms

Showing 45 firms worldwide

HFW

London, UK

Admiralty & Crisis Mgmt

Marine Insurance

Dry Shipping

+1 more

A global firm renowned for its leading shipping practice, offering expertise across the maritime spectrum.

20 offices

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Clyde & Co

London, UK

Marine Insurance

Owners & Operators

Charterparties

+1 more

A global law firm with a strong history in marine insurance and a comprehensive marine law practice.

70 offices

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Reed Smith

Pittsburgh, USA

Casualty & Admiralty

Dry Shipping

Ship Finance

+1 more

An international firm with a significant shipping group, including Master Mariners, offering global services.

30 offices

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Stephenson Harwood

London, UK

Ship Finance

Marine Insurance

Maritime Litigation

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An international firm recognized for its strong shipping practice, particularly in finance and disputes.

10 offices

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Wikborg Rein

Oslo, Norway

Admiralty & Crisis Mgmt

Dry Shipping

Marine Insurance

+1 more

A leading Norwegian firm with a globally recognized shipping practice and expertise in Norwegian and English law.

5 offices

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Arnecke Sibeth Dabelstein

Hamburg, Germany

Freight Contracts

Marine Insurance

Shipbuilding

+1 more

A prominent German firm with over 90 years of expertise in maritime commercial law.

5 offices

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Hill Dickinson

Liverpool, UK

Shipping (Wet & Dry)

Marine Insurance

Yachts

+1 more

A leading commercial law firm with a long-established and extensive maritime law practice.

10 offices

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Studio Legale Mordiglia

Genoa, Italy

Marine Casualty

Insurance Law

Trade Disputes

+1 more

A market-leading Italian boutique firm specializing in shipping and insurance law.

1 offices

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Advant Nctm

Milan, Italy

Port Services

Marine Cargo

Fleet Refinancing

+1 more

An acclaimed Italian law firm with a highly experienced shipping team handling advisory and contentious issues.

10 offices

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Norton Rose Fulbright

Global

Ship Finance

Shipping Litigation

Marine Insurance

+1 more

A global law firm with a comprehensive shipping practice and a strong presence in finance and disputes.

50 offices

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Borden Ladner Gervais LLP (BLG)

Toronto

Shipping Litigation

Ship Finance

Marine Insurance

+1 more

A national firm with a first-class cross-sector transportation team advising on the full spectrum of maritime law.

5 offices

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Norton Rose Fulbright

Global

Ship Building & Finance

Marine Insurance

Cargo Claims

+1 more

An international firm excelling in shipping with a strong tradition in handling diverse maritime issues.

5 offices

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Why Choose a Specialized Maritime Law Firm?

Maritime law is a complex and specialized field that requires deep expertise. The right maritime law firm can make all the difference in your legal matters.

Specialized Expertise

Maritime law firms have specialized knowledge in admiralty law, international maritime conventions, and shipping regulations that general practice firms may lack.

Global Reach

Top maritime law firms maintain offices in key shipping hubs worldwide and have established networks to handle cross-border maritime matters effectively.

Industry Connections

Specialized maritime firms have established relationships with key industry players, including P&I clubs, marine insurers, classification societies, and regulatory bodies.

Popular Maritime Law Specializations

Maritime law encompasses various specialized areas. Browse firms by their key practice areas.

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