Online Maritime and Admiralty Law Course [+ Drafting]
Build expertise in shipping law, admiralty litigation and maritime drafting. 20+ hours of structured learning with 10+ study materials, extensive drafting exposure and certificate of completion.
Fee: Rs 1099 Rs 989 (Code "SAVE10")
20+ Hours of Structured Learning
Get a Certificate of
Completion
10+ Reading Resources
Access to the Course
for 1 Year
Rs 1099 Rs 989
(Code "SAVE10")
About Online Certificate Course on Maritime and Admiralty Law [+ Drafting]
Maritime and admiralty law governs legal relationships arising from activities at sea, including shipping, marine commerce, vessel ownership, marine insurance and dispute resolution.
With India emerging as a major maritime nation and global trade expanding, there is increasing demand for lawyers trained in shipping law, vessel arrest proceedings and maritime commercial contracts.
This online certificate course on Maritime and Admiralty Law provides an end-to-end understanding of maritime law by combining international conventions, Indian statutes, litigation procedures and drafting practice.
Learners gain practical exposure to vessel arrests, marine insurance claims, shipping documentation and commercial dispute resolution used in real maritime practice.
Eligibility
✅ Law students (UG/PG)
✅ Recent law graduates
✅ Lawyers and advocates
✅ Corporate legal professionals
✅ Any one interested in upskilling
Whom It Is NOT For
✅ Individuals not seeking career growth
✅ Those avoiding skill development
✅ Not interested in the booming industry
✅ Expecting shortcuts without effort
✅ Passive learning mindset
Course Plan
Module 1: Introduction to Maritime and Admiralty Law
• Foundations of maritime and admiralty law
• Maritime zones and transit regimes
• Contemporary challenges in maritime and admiralty law
Module 2: Legal Framework of Shipping and Ports
• Introduction to merchant shipping laws
• Nationality, registration and ownership of ships
• Maritime flag and state responsibility
• Equality of flag and right to access ports
• Employment and safety of ships
• Security interest in ships
• Indian legal framework
Module 3: Carriage of Goods by Sea and Marine Commerce
• Law of carriage of goods by sea
• Key documents in shipping
• International conventions governing carriage of goods by sea
• Other operational legal aspects in shipping
• Marine insurance
• Maritime labour law and crew welfare
Module 4: Maritime Zones, Environmental Law and Fisheries
Module 5: Maritime Litigation and Enforcement
• Scope and nature of maritime litigation
• Common legal issues arising from activities on sea
• Arrest of vessels
• Maritime claims and liens
• Enforcement of judgments in maritime cases
• Commercial litigation in shipping disputes
• Marine insurance claims and litigation
Module 6: Dispute Resolution and Admiralty Jurisdiction
• Admiralty law: origin and development
• Maritime dispute settlement mechanisms
• Maritime arbitration
Module 7: Introduction to Commercial Shipping Contracts
Module 8: Bill of Lading and Its Drafting
Module 9: Charter Party Agreements (Voyage & Time Charters)
Module 10: Freight Contracts & Booking Notes
Module 11: Contracts of Affreightment
Module 12: Marine Insurance Documentation
Module 13: Admiralty & Dispute-Related Drafts
• Ship arrest petitions under Indian law
• Written submissions in maritime arbitration
• Security and bail bond drafts
• Enforcement applications for maritime awards
Module 14: Regulatory and Compliance Drafting
• Registration applications (under Merchant Shipping Act)
• Notices under Indian Maritime Zone Act
• Flag declaration and safety compliance forms
• Pollution reporting formats (as per MARPOL)
Module 15: Research & Opinion Drafting
• Legal opinions on charter party disputes
• Dispute resolution, port controls and environmental violations
Mentors
Adv. Nishith Seth
Nishith Seth is a Legal Advocate at the Chambers of Pravin Pillay and holds a Master’s degree in Maritime Studies. He practises in maritime and admiralty matters, including vessel arrest proceedings and shipping disputes under Indian law.
Adv. Gautham Viswam
Gautham Viswam is a Legal Analyst at CMA CGM and holds a Master’s degree in Maritime Studies. He works on commercial shipping documentation, marine compliance and maritime operational legal matters.
Adv. Sakshi Kothari
Sakshi Kothari is an Assistant Professor with a Master’s degree in Maritime Studies. She specialises in maritime law, international conventions and admiralty jurisdiction, bringing academic clarity to shipping and regulatory frameworks.
Course Fee
Rs 1099
Limited-Time Offer: Rs 989
Use code "SAVE10" at checkout.
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