Maritime & Shipping Lawyer
Position Overview
Job Description
Maritime & Shipping Lawyer — Clyde & Co Middle East
Clyde & Co's Dubai DIFC office is recruiting a Maritime & Shipping Lawyer to join our internationally recognized practice. You will handle ship arrests, cargo claims, charterparty disputes, and maritime regulatory matters in one of the world's busiest shipping hubs.
Key Responsibilities
- Handle ship arrest applications before Dubai and Fujairah courts under UAE Federal Maritime Law (Federal Law No. 26/1981)
- Advise on cargo damage claims, bills of lading disputes, and P&I club matters
- Draft and negotiate charterparty agreements, shipbuilding contracts, and MOA sale and purchase agreements
- Represent clients in maritime arbitration proceedings under LMAA and DIAC rules
- Advise on UAE Maritime Law, International Maritime Organization conventions, and JAFZA port regulations
- Handle collision, salvage, and general average claims across the Arabian Gulf and Indian Ocean
Why Dubai for Maritime Law
Dubai is home to Jebel Ali, the largest port in the Middle East, and serves as the regional hub for maritime commerce. Our DIFC office provides access to the common law DIFC Courts for maritime disputes.
Responsibilities
Maritime & Shipping Lawyer — Clyde & Co Middle East
Clyde & Co's Dubai DIFC office is recruiting a Maritime & Shipping Lawyer to join our internationally recognized practice. You will handle ship arrests, cargo claims, charterparty disputes, and maritime regulatory matters in one of the world's busiest shipping hubs.
Key Responsibilities
- Handle ship arrest applications before Dubai and Fujairah courts under UAE Federal Maritime Law (Federal Law No. 26/1981)
- Advise on cargo damage claims, bills of lading disputes, and P&I club matters
- Draft and negotiate charterparty agreements, shipbuilding contracts, and MOA sale and purchase agreements
- Represent clients in maritime arbitration proceedings under LMAA and DIAC rules
- Advise on UAE Maritime Law, International Maritime Organization conventions, and JAFZA port regulations
- Handle collision, salvage, and general average claims across the Arabian Gulf and Indian Ocean
Why Dubai for Maritime Law
Dubai is home to Jebel Ali, the largest port in the Middle East, and serves as the regional hub for maritime commerce. Our DIFC office provides access to the common law DIFC Courts for maritime disputes.
Requirements
- 5-8 years PQE in maritime and shipping law
- Experience with ship arrests in the UAE or wider Middle East region
- Strong knowledge of international maritime conventions (Hague-Visby Rules, Hamburg Rules)
- Familiarity with UAE Federal Maritime Law
- Qualified in England & Wales, Australia, or equivalent common law jurisdiction
- Willingness to handle urgent ship arrest matters outside regular business hours
Perks & Benefits
Compensation
د.إ35,000 - د.إ55,000/year
Practice Area
Maritime Law
Position
Senior
Applicant Location Requirements
Applicants must be located in: US
Application Contact
Contact: Clyde & Co Middle East Hiring Team
Application Deadline
June 18, 2026
Employment Type
Full time
