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Provided by MEPLAW
MEPLAW combines extensive shipping experience with a distinguished focus on the superyacht sector, providing strategic, business-oriented legal advice to yacht owners, brokers, shipyards, financiers, insurers, and maritime operators. Headquartered in Viareggio, a leading global superyacht hub, the firm advises on high-value superyacht transactions, including the sale and purchase of second-hand yachts, new-build contracts, refits, finance structuring, and bespoke commercial agreements.
In shipping, MEPLAW advises on international sales of goods contracts, Bills of Lading, Charterparty matters, forwarding agreements, marine casualties, ship arrests, and insurance and finance matters.
The firm stands out for its cross-border maritime and superyacht projects, including major new-build programmes and international vessel acquisitions, combining sector-specialised knowledge with corporate, commercial, and regulatory expertise to deliver tailored solutions across global markets.
Provided by Chambers
MEPLAW is noted for acting on several transactional matters in the shipping sector. It also advises on contractual arrangements, regulatory compliance, insurance and related disputes. The law firm is also well positioned to intervene in yachting-related matters.
Lorenzo Macchi is a key contact in this department.
Provided by Chambers
The MEPLAW team is super responsive and business-oriented, and very supportive throughout projects. The team has an excellent understanding of the context and outstanding communication skills.
Its experience and knowledge of the law contribute to adding value to negotiations and identifying better solutions.
Provided by MEPLAW
Lorenzo Macchi
Head of Department
Federico Serra
Paola D'Alberton
Niloofar Foroozanfar
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