Dorade Law

We work exclusively in the yacht and marine industry; both on issues which involve “marine” (or “shipping”) law but more often on commercial and business law, albeit with a marine twist. We stand out for our technical expertise and understanding of the industry, built over many years. We have been involved in the drafting and development of many of the UK’s most widely used industry contracts.

We represent a broad client base ranging from superyacht yards, through production manufacturers, classic boat builders to custom race boat builders, together with, distributors, naval architects, specialist contractors, equipment manufacturers and trade federations. We consider carefully the requirements of each client and at all times try to ensure that these needs are met in the most appropriate, timely and cost effective manner.

We have particular expertise and experience in the following areas in the marine industry:

•construction and refit contracts
•sale and purchase contracts
•Marine insurance law
•Distribution and Agency agreements
•Mortgage and finance agreements
•Arbitration of commercial disputes
•Mediation procedures
•High Court / Commercial Court and Admiralty Court Litigation

We are specialists in handling and resolving the contractual and legal issues that the yacht and marine industries face every day.