International Trade / Shipping / Maritime

Legal disputes in the fields of maritime transport and international trade are inherently complex, often involving intricate issues regarding jurisdiction and governing law. In particular, maritime disputes require a multi-faceted approach that addresses not only insurance policy issues but also applicable international conventions.

Law Firm SIWOO has successfully managed numerous advisory and litigation cases involving Bills of Lading (B/L), marine insurance, and logistics. Leveraging our high-level expertise in international trade law, we provide successful outcomes in a wide range of maritime legal matters, offering reliable guidance through the specific procedural landscapes of Korean maritime courts.

Practice Areas

Marine Insurance: Advisory and litigation on insurance contracts and claims (Hull & Machinery, Cargo).

Bill of Lading (B/L): Advisory and litigation regarding disputes arising from Bills of Lading and carriage of goods by sea.

Charter Parties: Legal counsel on disputes arising from Voyage Charters, Time Charters, and Bareboat Charters.

International Trade & L/C: Advisory and litigation on international trade transactions and Letters of Credit (L/C) disputes.

Future Shipping: Legal advisory on regulations concerning eco-friendly vessels and autonomous ships (Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships).

Seafarer Labor: Legal support for seafarer accidents, industrial compensation, and labor-related disputes.

Ship Arrest & Liens: Execution of ship arrest, provisional attachment, and matters concerning Maritime Liens.

Maritime Casualties: Legal response to ship collisions, sinking, salvage operations, and Limitation of Shipowner Liability.

P&I Clubs: Legal advisory and representation for Protection and Indemnity (P&I) Club matters.

Maritime Criminal Defense: Defense in criminal cases related to marine accidents, ocean dumping, and fisheries violations.

Port Operations: Resolution of accidents within port facilities, including damages to wharfs, gantry cranes, and berthing facilities.

Logistics & Multimodal Transport: General advisory and litigation on cargo packaging, inland transportation, stevedoring, and Multimodal Transport.

Warehousing: Advisory on the operation of logistics centers and the warehousing business.