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Vaarzon-Morel Maritime Lawyers - Law Firm
Vaarzon-Morel Maritime Lawyers Verified
5.0 (2 reviews)
Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM — Closed
Other and Specialist • Newcastle, New South Wales
30+ Years of Experience
Free Consultation
Other and Specialist
439 495 988
Ground Floor/1 Market St, Newcastle, New South Wales, 2300
Practice Areas

Other and Specialist

About the Firm

Vaarzon-Morel Maritime Lawyers is a specialist maritime law firm providing legal services to clients throughout Australia and internationally. Recognised for its deep industry knowledge and award-winning service, the firm focuses exclusively on maritime and marine-related legal matters.

The practice is led by Principal Lawyer Marcel Vaarzon-Morel, who brings a unique combination of legal expertise and extensive marine industry experience. With a background as a qualified shipwright, international business owner, and lifelong boating enthusiast, Marcel offers a practical understanding of the technical, commercial, and operational aspects of the maritime sector.

Vaarzon-Morel Maritime Lawyers combines legal expertise with real-world marine industry knowledge, enabling the firm to deliver effective, commercially focused solutions for vessel owners, marine businesses, boating enthusiasts, and maritime industry participants worldwide.

Practice Areas

  1. Maritime Law
  2. Marine Industry Legal Services
  3. Boating & Vessel Disputes
  4. Commercial Maritime Law
  5. Marine Business Matters
  6. International Maritime Legal Services
  7. Vessel Ownership & Transactions
  8. Maritime Risk & Compliance

Experience

  1. Specialist maritime law practice
  2. Award-winning maritime legal services
  3. Over 30 years of marine industry experience within leadership
  4. Extensive international maritime and marine business knowledge
  5. Qualified shipwright expertise combined with legal practice
  6. Experience advising clients across Australia and globally
  7. Deep understanding of boating culture, vessel operations, and marine commerce
Business Hours
Tuesday9:00 AM - 5:00 PMClosed
Wednesday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
SundayClosed
Monday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Reviews
Overall Rating

5 stars

2 Reviews

  • 2 reviews

John Newcomb

In June 2018 Pantaenius Insurance declined my claim for damages incurred from a broken mast. I sought advice from Marcel from Vaarzon-Morel. He and his team led me through the complaints process carefully and professionally. When the Complaints Authority made a decision which was "substantially" in my favour and Pantaenius did not offer enough to repair the boat, Marcel and his legal team worked diligently to ensure a fair outcome. Pantaenius tried everything to avoid paying me what they owed and, without Vaarzon-Morel, I would have been led up many 'garden paths'. I was paid in October 2020. Marcel is patient, wise and very personable. His assistant lawyer Troy is intelligent, knowledgable and writes a good letter. They are a good team who work very well together for their client's benefit and the charges are very reasonable. Highly recommended.

Lesley

Marcel and his team provided us with a professional and efficient service when we were purchasing our yacht. It was invaluable to have their advice and guidance as we navigated the process.
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