Maritime & Shipping Attorney-at-Law

Maritime & Shipping Attorney-at-Law — Julius & Creasy

Julius & Creasy invites applications for a Maritime & Shipping Attorney-at-Law to join its specialist admiralty and shipping practice in Fort, Colombo 1. Colombo Port is the Indian Ocean's premier transhipment hub, and Julius & Creasy has been the leading maritime law practice since the colonial era.

This role involves advising international shipping lines, P&I clubs, cargo owners, and port operators on matters arising under the Merchant Shipping Act, admiralty jurisdiction of the High Court, and international maritime conventions. The successful candidate will handle ship arrests, cargo claims, charterparty disputes, and marine insurance litigation — drawing on Sri Lanka's unique Roman-Dutch admiralty heritage.

• Handle ship arrest applications and admiralty proceedings before the High Court of Colombo
• Advise on charterparty disputes, bills of lading, and cargo damage claims
• Draft and review shipping contracts, marine insurance policies, and P&I club correspondence
• Represent clients in maritime arbitration proceedings under LMAA and Singapore rules
• Liaise with the Sri Lanka Ports Authority, Customs, and maritime regulatory bodies
• Research and advise on emerging maritime law issues including environmental compliance

• Attorney-at-Law admitted by BASL with minimum 3 years' post-admission experience
• Specialisation or demonstrated interest in maritime law, admiralty, and shipping
• Knowledge of the Merchant Shipping Act, Carriage of Goods by Sea Act, and international maritime conventions
• Experience with ship arrest proceedings and cargo claim disputes
• Understanding of Colombo Port operations and transhipment logistics
• LL.B. from a recognised university; maritime law qualifications an advantage
• Fluency in English required