MARITIME LAW
Trusted Maritime Counsel
Specialized legal services for shipowners, operators, maritime businesses and international investors in Greece.
Maritime & Shipping Law
Strategic legal counsel for the international maritime industry.
Kantiani and Partners advises shipowners, operators, charterers, financiers, insurers and other maritime stakeholders on the full range of legal and commercial issues arising from the ownership, operation, financing and employment of vessels.
Our maritime practice covers both contentious and transactional matters, with particular experience in admiralty and maritime disputes, including collisions, salvage and towage, charterparty disputes, carriage of goods by sea, bills of lading, cargo claims, marine insurance, personal injury and other maritime liabilities. We represent clients in litigation and arbitration and advise on urgent remedies, including ship arrests, judicial sales, enforcement proceedings and maritime liens.
We have particular expertise in maritime casualties, marine pollution and environmental liability, advising clients on the legal and regulatory consequences of pollution incidents and other events affecting the marine environment. Our Firm has acted in connection with significant maritime incidents in Greece, providing strategic legal support in complex and high-stakes circumstances.
Shipping Transactions & Corporate Structuring
Our corporate shipping practice encompasses the establishment, structuring and administration of Greek and international shipping entities, together with the acquisition, sale and financing of vessels.
We advise on ship sale and purchase transactions, ship finance, mortgages and security interests, vessel registration and flag matters, including registrations under the Greek and major international flags such as Cyprus, Malta, Liberia, Panama, the Marshall Islands.
We work closely with owners, investors, lenders and other transaction participants to structure shipping arrangements that are legally robust, commercially efficient and aligned with the client's long-term objectives.
Chartering & Shipbuilding
Our lawyers advise on the negotiation, drafting, review and interpretation of charterparties and shipbuilding contracts, as well as the contractual framework surrounding the construction, acquisition and operation of vessels.
Our experience extends across a wide range of vessel types, including bulk carriers, tankers, passenger vessels, ferries, cruise ships, high-speed craft and catamarans.
Whether acting on a complex cross-border transaction, a maritime casualty or a high-value dispute, we combine deep knowledge of Greek and international maritime law with a commercially focused approach.
Our objective is straightforward: to provide decisive legal advice, protect our clients' interests and deliver practical solutions in an industry where timing, precision and experience matter.
Commercial & Charter Agreements
We prepare and negotiate charter parties, shipping contracts and commercial agreements that safeguard our clients' interests and business operations.
Comprehensive Legal Support for the Maritime Industry
Our maritime practice combines legal expertise with a practical understanding of the shipping industry. We advise shipping companies, operators, investors and maritime professionals on a broad range of legal matters, delivering strategic solutions tailored to each client's commercial objectives.
Dedicated Legal Support for the Yachting Industry
Our services cover every legal aspect of yacht ownership and operation in Greece, from acquisitions and registrations to charter agreements and dispute resolution.
Whether you operate internationally or conduct business in Greece, our team is committed to protecting your interests and providing responsive, results-oriented legal support.
