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Stephenson Harwood is recognised as a leading international superyacht law firm providing a full spectrum of legal services to the luxury and private yacht sector.

Our specialist team of international lawyers has extensive experience providing specialist advice in relation to a broad range of yacht and superyacht issues, including new-builds, sale, purchase, chartering, financing, dispute resolution, insurance and management.

We act for a variety of key players in the industry from ultra-high net worth individuals and family offices to yacht builders, financial institutions, managers and charterers world-wide.

Stephenson Harwood's dedicated yacht team understands the business practices, legal requirements, insurance risks and financial needs of the yachting industry, a sector that, perhaps more than any other, requires attention to detail and appreciation of the unique.

We have excellent industry contacts and in depth understanding of the underlying business and commercial challenges.

"Stephenson Harwood would be the go-to firm for us, given the breadth of their knowledge and approach to various situations."

Chambers High Net Worth 2022