Adv. Yusuf Merchant
Maritime & Shipping Law Expert
Merchant Maritime & Shipping Law
About
One of India's foremost maritime lawyers with 28 years of experience in shipping, admiralty, marine insurance, and port regulation. Adv. Merchant has handled complex maritime disputes including vessel arrests, cargo claims, charter party disputes, and salvage cases at the Bombay High Court (Admiralty Side).
Education & Experience
Education
LL.M. in Maritime Law, University of Southampton; B.A. LL.B., Government Law College, Mumbai
Experience
28 years
Enrollment Number
MH/1994/7701
Bar Council
Bar Council of Maharashtra & Goa
Practice Areas
Courts
Achievements
- ✓Recognised Admiralty Practitioner — London Maritime Arbitrators Association
Memberships
- ◆Bombay Maritime Law Association
- ◆Indian Society of International Law
Awards
- ★Maritime Lawyer of the Year 2022 — Asia Pacific Legal Awards
Reviews (2)
Carlos Fernandes
The best maritime lawyer in India
Our shipping company had a vessel arrested in Mumbai port. Adv. Merchant handled the admiralty suit and got the vessel released within 72 hours. His knowledge of maritime law and Bombay High Court procedure is exceptional.
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Amit Shah
Adv. Merchant handled our marine insurance claim dispute. Very professional and knowledgeable about the Marine Insurance Act. Won the case with full claim amount. Recommended for shipping companies.
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