Specialist Counsel
Legal Services
We offer expert and practical guidance in respect of buying, selling and owning boats. Whether you are an organisation, a syndicate, an experienced boat owner or starting from scratch, our team can offer advice and support.
Are you struggling to obtain financing for a boat purchase? Or perhaps you're having trouble selling your boat? Maybe you want to maximise your investment? We can help. From choosing the right boat to preparing and negotiating contracts, we provide the information and support you need every step of the way.
If you're involved with boats or with the yachting industry itself, we can help.
Contract & Transaction Law
Comprehensive review of sale and purchase agreements, memoranda of understanding, and charter contracts to protect your interests at every stage.
Flag & Registration
Guidance on flag state selection, vessel registration, and compliance with international maritime regulations to ensure seamless ownership transfer.
Dispute Resolution
Expert representation in mediation, arbitration, and litigation involving yacht transactions, surveys, and ownership disputes.
Our Counsel
Michael Lipman
Michael Lipman is a certified UK solicitor with over 20 years of experience in corporate, commercial and maritime law.
Michael has significant experience in marine and maritime law, advising yacht owners, ship operators, marine businesses and investors on vessel acquisitions and disposals, yacht registration and flagging, financing, charter operations, regulatory compliance, cross-border transactions, and marine-related commercial disputes.
Other areas of expertise include share and business acquisitions and disposals, corporate structuring and licensing, joint ventures, private equity, employment law, and general corporate, commercial and regulatory matters.
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Whether you're acquiring your first motor yacht or adding to a fleet, we're ready to make it happen — confidentially and efficiently.
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