About Marty Legal | Admiralty law & Maritime law

At Marty Legal, we believe that excellence in maritime law comes from a rare combination of technical mastery, industry insight, and human dedication. Based in Marseille, with a presence across the French Riviera and an European network, we have become a trusted legal partner for shipowners, yacht managers, brokers, insurers, and marine professionals operating in complex and international environments.

With more than 20 years of experience in admiralty and maritime law, we guide our clients through regulatory frameworks, transactions, disputes, and risk management with clarity, responsiveness, and strategic precision. From vessel arrest to superyacht sales, our practice is grounded in both litigation and advisory work—always with a tailored, pragmatic approach.

Above all, we are committed to protecting your interests at sea and ashore, offering high-value legal services built on reliability, discretion, and an unwavering sense of duty.

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Precision

We deliver legally exact solutions adapted to the technical and commercial complexities of maritime operations and international vessel ownership.

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Strategy

Each client challenge is approached with legal foresight and commercial acumen, aligning legal actions with long-term business and operational goals.

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Integrity

We defend our clients' interests with transparency, loyalty, and independence—values that are foundational in every transaction and every courtroom.

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Responsiveness

The marine world moves fast—so do we. We act decisively and swiftly, offering legal clarity when timing is critical.

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Global Vision

Our cross-border practice spans Europe, the UK, the USA, and the Middle East, offering seamless support for international clients in a globalized industry.

Discover our team

Behind every case, every contract, and every courtroom appearance is a dedicated team of legal professionals. Meet the maritime lawyers and staff who bring precision, passion, and deep expertise to each matter we handle.

Me Nicolas Marty

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Mr. Nicolas MARTY graduated with a Master II in Maritime and Transport Law, a Magister Degree in Business, Taxation and Accounting Law, and a Master 2 in Corporate Law and Taxation from the University of Aix-Marseille. He has been a member of the Marseille Bar Association since January 2015.

Passionate about sailing and deeply connected to the marine environment, he chose to dedicate his legal career entirely to the maritime world. His commitment to defending the rights of shipowners, maritime professionals, and yachting enthusiasts stems from a lifelong appreciation of the sea, making his practice not only a profession, but a vocation anchored in purpose.

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Our Philosophy

At Marty Legal, we view maritime law not as a set of rules, but as a framework for trust, protection, and sustainable navigation—both commercial and personal. Our philosophy is rooted in precision, discretion, and strategic thinking. We believe that every client deserves solutions that are not only legally sound, but also practical, timely, and adapted to the realities of the marine world. Whether handling complex litigation, high-value transactions, or regulatory challenges, we act with one clear purpose: to defend and advance our clients’ interests with integrity and excellence.