MARITIME LAW

In the field of Maritime Law, EREN & GONCE Law provides professional legal services for disputes arising from ship transactions, maritime transport contracts, and maritime accidents. First and foremost, our firm analyzes all processes related to maritime trade and develops strategic solutions for its clients.

Additionally, it actively manages technical processes such as arrest orders, collisions, crew member claims, and the collection of bunker claims. Furthermore, it provides legal support in the preparation and interpretation of charterparty agreements.

Consequently, it adopts a systematic and solution-oriented approach to all disputes arising in the field of maritime trade.

WHAT IS MARITIME LAW?

Maritime law regulates commercial activities conducted via sea routes. This branch of law encompasses legal relationships arising from shipping, cargo transport, and passenger transport.

Moreover, the fact that a large portion of international trade is conducted by sea increases the importance of this field. For this reason, both national and international regulations are evaluated together.

LEGAL SCOPE AND AREA OF APPLICATION

Maritime law covers a broad area. In this context, the following subjects stand out:

  • Ship and ship registration transactions
  • Maritime transport contracts
  • Freight and charter contracts
  • Charterparty agreements
  • Maritime accidents and collisions
  • Marine insurance contracts

In addition, EREN & GONCE Law manages the processes of preparing and interpreting contracts.

SHIPS AND LEGAL STATUS

A ship is the fundamental element of maritime law. Therefore, ownership rights over a ship and registration processes hold great importance.

Furthermore, rights in rem over a ship are subject to special regulations. Managing these processes correctly prevents potential future disputes.

MARITIME TRANSPORT CONTRACTS

Maritime transport contracts regulate the transportation of cargo or passengers by sea. In these contracts, the carrier's liability, delivery time, and damage provisions are clearly defined.

Nevertheless, clear contract terms significantly reduce the risk of disputes.

FREIGHT AND CHARTERPARTY CONTRACTS

While freight contracts regulate the cost of transport, charterparty contracts concern the leasing of the entire ship or a portion thereof.

EREN & GONCE Law prepares these contracts and interprets them as well. Thus, conflicts that may arise between the parties are prevented.

MARITIME ACCIDENTS AND LIABILITY

Maritime accidents can lead to serious material and moral damages. Specifically, incidents such as collisions, fires, and grounding fall under this scope.

In such cases, the degree of fault, insurance coverage, and allocation of liability are evaluated in detail.

MARINE INSURANCE

Marine insurance provides security against risks concerning ships, cargo, and liability. For this reason, contract terms must be carefully examined.

Additionally, determining the insurance coverage correctly plays a critical role in covering potential losses.

MARITIME TRADE DISPUTES

The most common disputes in maritime trade are as follows:

  • Damages occurring during transport
  • Ship and bunker claims
  • Freight claims
  • Compensation lawsuits arising from maritime accidents

In these disputes, litigation or arbitration may be preferred. Furthermore, both methods are evaluated according to the specific case.

STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS AND LEGAL PROCESSES

Special statute of limitations periods apply in maritime law. Missing these periods results in the loss of rights.

Therefore, calculating these periods accurately and managing the process professionally is of great importance.

COMMON MISTAKES IN PRACTICE

In practice, parties often make the following mistakes:

  • Failing to examine contracts in detail
  • Misjudging the scope of insurance
  • Missing statute of limitations deadlines
  • Conducting transactions without professional support

These mistakes can lead to serious financial losses.

WHY IS LEGAL SUPPORT IMPORTANT?

Maritime law is a technical and international field. Consequently, transactions performed without expert support carry risks.

EREN & GONCE Law analyzes the entire process and offers its clients a secure roadmap.

WE PROVIDE EFFECTIVE LEGAL ASSISTANCE SERVICES.

Founding partners Attorney Aylin Esra EREN and Attorney Gizem GONCE are expert lawyers who have gained experience in Commercial Law, Maritime Law, Contract Law, Enforcement and Bankruptcy Law, Family Law, and Criminal Law, possess a solution-oriented perspective, and have blended their technical knowledge with their experience. EREN & GONCE Law Consultancy aims for positive results with its knowledgeable, determined, and creative lawyers who aim for rapid outcomes for their clients.