BEST ADMIRALTY SHIPPING | MARITIME LAWYERS | TOP LAW FIRMS ISLAMABAD | PAKISTAN

When it comes to Admiralty Shipping and Maritime Law in Islamabad, Pakistan, Osmani Legal Firms stands out as one of the premier legal firms. Our expertise in this area encompasses key legislations such as the Carriage of Goods by Sea Act 1925 (Hague Rules), Merchant Shipping Ordinance 2001, and Admiralty Jurisdiction of High Courts Ordinance 1980. As the best Admiralty Shipping | Maritime Lawyers | Top Law Firms in Islamabad, Pakistan, we provide comprehensive legal representation to clients ranging from shipping companies to individual consignees, both nationally and internationally.

ADMIRALTY JURISDICTION IN ISLAMABAD

In Sindh and Balochistan, admiralty jurisdiction is conferred upon the High Courts under the Admiralty Jurisdiction of High Court Ordinance 1980, and we as the best Admiralty Shipping | Maritime Lawyers | Top Law Firms in Islamabad, Pakistan, represent our valued Clients based all over the World and having business and resident around Islamabad. The process of ship arrest in Pakistan follows similar procedures to English Law, making it relatively straightforward. Any ship or one of her sister ships may be arrested in Pakistani waters if there is a proper cause of action.

CARGO CLAIMS AND PERSONAL INJURIES

Cargo claims and personal injuries, whether to seamen or passengers, are governed by specific laws and principles. For cargo claims, the Carriage of Goods by Sea Act dictates liability and exceptions to it, ensuring that shipowners are held accountable for damages. Similarly, principles of maintenance and cure apply to injuries to seamen, entitling them to medical treatment and basic living expenses. Passengers injured aboard ships have the right to bring suit against shipowners for negligence, with specific limitations on time and jurisdiction outlined in passenger tickets.
At Osmani Legal Firms as the best Admiralty Shipping | Maritime Lawyers | Top Law Firms in Islamabad, Pakistan, our team of experienced lawyers is dedicated to providing top-notch legal services in Admiralty Shipping and Maritime Law in Islamabad, Pakistan. With our in-depth knowledge and commitment to our clients, we strive to achieve the best possible outcomes in every case we handle.

ADMIRALTY LAW PRACTICE AREAS

As one the best Admiralty Shipping | Maritime Lawyers | Top Law Firms in Islamabad, Pakistan, Our practice areas include but are not limited to:

• Short Landing of Cargo, Loss of Cargo, Damage, and Contamination.
• Tort of Conversion
• Maritime liens
• Ship arrests and Releases from arrest.
• Collision, Fire, Grounding, General Average, and Salvage
• Shipbuilding, Sale, and Purchase of Vessels
• Charter Party Claims Bills of Lading disputes
• Shipowners liability
• Demurrage
• Over and under Invoicing issues
• Charter parties
• Ship Arrest