Maritime and Shipping Lawyer

Maritime Law and Shipping in Casablanca

We advise shipowners, charterers, port operators and international investors on their shipping transactions, contracts and disputes in Casablanca, Morocco.

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Maritime Lawyer & Shipping Attorney in Casablanca, Morocco

Oulamine Law Group assists shipowners, charterers, shipping companies, port operators, importers, exporters, investors and logistics stakeholders with their maritime law and shipping operations in Morocco.

From Casablanca, our firm handles maritime contracts, vessel acquisition and financing, chartering, carriage of goods by sea, port operations, as well as disputes and arbitration proceedings.

Do you have a maritime transaction or dispute in Morocco?

M. Reda Oulamine

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Legal Support Across All Your Maritime Operations in Morocco

The maritime sector involves complex commercial, contractual and financial operations, often within an international environment.

Oulamine Law Group supports its clients at every stage of their projects: deal structuring, contract negotiation, risk analysis, regulatory compliance and dispute resolution.

Our work may concern a one-off transaction in Morocco as well as a larger maritime or port project involving several jurisdictions.

+212 6 61 31 69 13

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Our Services

Support at Every Stage of the Maritime Transaction

From vessel construction to dispute resolution, we cover the entire legal chain of shipping in Morocco.

01

Shipbuilding, Purchase and Sale of Vessels

Deal structuring, due diligence, negotiation and drafting of contracts, through to closing.

02

Vessel Financing and Registration

Financing structuring, maritime mortgages, and Moroccan flag registration formalities.

03

Chartering and Carriage of Goods by Sea

Drafting and negotiation of charterparties (voyage, time, bareboat), bills of lading and contracts of carriage.

04

Port Operations, Terminals and Logistics

Concessions, port agreements, cargo handling and terminal operation for operators in Morocco.

05

Maritime Contracts

Drafting and negotiation of the full range of industry agreements:

  • Charterparties and bills of lading
  • Vessel purchase and sale agreements
  • Financing documentation and maritime mortgages
  • Port, agency and ship management agreements
06

Maritime Disputes and International Arbitration

Cargo damage, loss of goods, vessel arrest, collision, salvage and cross-border arbitration.

MARITIME INVESTMENT IN MOROCCO
“Between Europe, Africa and the Americas, Morocco stands out as a leading logistics and port hub.”

Backed by major infrastructure, notably Tanger Med, the Kingdom attracts a growing number of shipowners, logistics operators and international investors seeking to secure their presence in Morocco each year.

01

Structuring

Setting up companies & subsidiaries in Morocco

02

Acquisitions

Joint ventures & partnerships

03

Compliance

Port & maritime regulation

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FAQ

FAQ — Maritime Law & Shipping in Casablanca, Morocco

What is maritime law in Morocco?

Maritime law in Morocco covers the rules applicable to navigation, shipping, vessels, port operations, shipping contracts and maritime disputes. Oulamine Law Group assists shipowners, charterers, port operators, investors and international companies with their operations in Morocco.

Why hire a maritime lawyer in Casablanca, Morocco?

A maritime lawyer in Casablanca can assist companies with negotiating contracts of carriage, chartering, the purchase or sale of vessels, maritime financing, port operations and dispute resolution. Expertise in Moroccan law is particularly important when the transaction involves multiple jurisdictions.

What types of maritime contracts can Oulamine Law Group draft or negotiate?

The firm handles charterparties, bills of lading, contracts of carriage, vessel purchase and sale agreements, agency and ship management agreements, port agreements, and documentation related to maritime financing.

Does the firm assist with the purchase and sale of vessels in Morocco?

Yes. Oulamine Law Group assists with vessel construction, purchase and sale transactions, including legal structuring, due diligence, contract negotiation and closing preparation.

How can a vessel be financed and registered under the Moroccan flag?

Financing and registering a vessel require a legal review of the financing structure, the security package and the applicable formalities. The firm assists clients with financing structuring, maritime mortgages and the formalities related to registration and the Moroccan flag.

What is a maritime charterparty?

A charterparty is a contract governing the use or commercial operation of a vessel. Depending on the transaction, it may take the form of a voyage charter, a time charter or a bareboat charter. Oulamine Law Group drafts, reviews and negotiates these contracts.

Does Oulamine Law Group handle disputes related to the carriage of goods by sea?

Yes. The firm assists clients with disputes relating to cargo loss or damage, contractual obligations, shipping operations, and the liability of the various parties in the maritime chain.

  • Contact

    6 Rue Abdeslam Khattabi, Résidence Walili 6, Apt1, 1st Floor, Quartier 2 Mars, Casablanca - Morocco

  • Email Address

    reda@labseo.net

  • Telephone

    +212 6 61 31 69 13

  • Business Hours

    Mon. – Fri. | 9:00 – 18:00

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