We advise owners, shipyards, managers, financiers, insurers and brokers on all legal aspects of yachting under German and English law.

We advise yacht and superyacht owners, shipyards, managers, financiers, insurers and brokers on all legal aspects of the yachting sector under German and English law. Our work covers newbuilding, refit and sale and purchase contracts, as well as design agreements, financing and leasing arrangements, ownership structures, registration, VAT and customs matters. We also draft and negotiate management, charter, crewing and employment contracts and advise on regulatory compliance, including class and flag state requirements. We represent clients in high-value disputes relating to construction, refit, charter and insurance, as well as in distressed financing situations.