Seafarers’ Employment
Employment of crew members on board a yacht requires consideration with international maritime regulations, labour standards applicable to seafarers and certification requirements.
Interlegal provides comprehensive legal support for both yacht owners and seafarers, ensuring that employment arrangements comply with legislation of the flag state and international maritime standards.
Our legal support in seafarers` employment includes
Advice on maritime labour law
Our lawyers advise on all matters related to labour relations in the maritime sector. We explain the key provisions of Maritime Labour Convention (MLC 2006), applicable international standards, flag state regulations and national labour legislation to ensure that employment arrangements comply with all relevant requirements.
Drafting and review of employment contracts
We draft and review employment agreements taking into account the yacht type, the employer’s requirements and the seafarer’s qualifications. Special attention is given to provisions relating to working conditions, remuneration, social protection, repatriation and liability of the parties. Our goal is to ensure compliance with MLC standards and minimise the risk of disputes or issues during port state inspections.
Consulting upon taxation and social insurance
Interlegal advises yacht owners on income taxation and the arrangement of social insurance for the crew members. We assist with structuring tax obligations and arranging the the necessary insurance coverage, includingmedical insurance, repatriation and death & disability coverage.
Assistance in resolving labour disputes
In of the event of a dispute, our lawyers assist with negotiations aimed at reaching an amicable settlement or represent the client’s interests in court where necessary. Our approach is based on the provisions of international maritime law and the terms of the employment agreement.
Assistance with crew certificates and documentation
Interlegal provides advise and practical assistance in obtaining the certificates and documents required for employment on board a yacht, including certificates of competency, seaman’s books, medical certificates and other documentation required under international maritime standards..
Why Interlegal?
With extensive experience in maritime law, Interlegal assists yacht owners and seafarers in establishing clear and legally compliant employment arrangements. Our team provides reliable legal support at every stage – from drafting employment contracts to resolving potential labour disputes.
With our support, your crew employment arrangements will be properly structured, compliant and professionally managed.
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Arthur Nitsevych
Specialization: Transport and logistics, transactions and investments, ports and terminals
Mykola Melnykov
Maritime Law, Arbitration, Yachting, Corporate, Transactions, and Investments
Artem Skorobogatov
Transport & Logistics, Ports & Terminals, International Trade
Karyna Gorovaya
International trade, litigation & arbitration, investment & transactions
Valeriia Fetysenko
Yachting, Sales and Purchase agreements
Dmytro Ochkolias
Ports & Terminals, Antitrust and Railway Law
Irina Maltseva
International trade, litigation & arbitration, investment & transactions
Larysa Roshu
International trade, litigation & arbitration, English Law
Diana Mykhailova
Shipping, Litigation & Arbitration, Ports and Terminals, English Law
Anastasiia Kovalska
Yachting, Sales and Purchase agreements
Oleksandra Savielieva
Corporate, Investment & Transactions
Anastasiia Kuznetsova
Corporate, Investment & Transactions
Alina Uzun
International trade, litigation & arbitration, English Law
Sofiia Babych
International trade, litigation & arbitration, English Law
