International Legal Advisory in the Yachting and Luxury

Studio Legale e d’Affari Lorenzetti offers solid expertise in international legal consultancy within the yachting sector, with a particular focus on the purchase and sale of yachts and superyachts, flag registration, international taxation, and the asset protection of yacht owners.

The Firm assists a high-net-worth European clientele, including private yacht owners, brokers, family offices and shipyards, delivering comprehensive and tailored legal solutions.

We support our clients throughout all stages of complex transactions, including:

– Purchase and sale of existing yachts, including negotiation, drafting and execution of contracts in line with leading international practices (MYBA, YBAA, FYBA, ISYBA, etc.);
– New build yacht construction contracts, including customization and refitting;
– Structuring of leasing and financing operations, including assistance with banking documentation and escrow agreements;
– Registration of yachts with Italian and foreign registries, flag selection and regulatory compliance;
– Tax and customs planning, including VAT issues and temporary importation into the EU;
– Crew contracts, employment management and STCW compliance;
– Legal assistance with charter and bareboat operations, including contract drafting and liability management;
– Formation and administration of corporate structures and fiduciary vehicles for yacht ownership and protection;
– Preparation and collection of all required documentation at the international level.

The Firm acts as a strategic and operational legal partner for yacht owners, investors and industry professionals, providing reliability, precision and legal security at every stage.

If you are seeking assistance in this area, please contact us for a confidential consultation.