Practice area
Transport and Maritime Law
Transport and maritime law is a specialised field concerning both day-to-day transport and larger projects such as the construction and purchase of vessels. Jonsson & Hall provides shipping companies, carriers and their customers with comprehensive advice.
Specialised service and experience
Our advice may cover, among other things, the drafting of contracts of carriage, bills of lading, charterparties, the purchase and sale of vessels, financing, and the interplay with port services and customs clearance.
Jonsson & Hall handles matters arising when cargo is damaged, delays occur or disputes arise over liability between shipper, carrier and consignee. We place emphasis on a clear analysis of liability and rights to compensation.
In the field of maritime law, we handle matters concerning collisions, salvage, pollution and dealings with insurance companies, as well as disputes relating to crew matters and vessel operations.
Our aim is to provide advice that supports decision-making in the industry, whether for major investments or disputes that need to be resolved swiftly and decisively.
Matters may include
- Contracts of carriage and bills of lading
- Purchase, sale and financing of vessels
- Cargo damage and compensation claims
- Salvage and collisions
- Dealings with insurance companies
