• Legal advice on the sustainable use and conservation of marine resources (e.g., fisheries, minerals, and genetic resources).

• Compliance with international agreements such as the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).

• Licensing and permitting for offshore exploration and exploitation activities.

• Dispute resolution related to marine resource allocation and access.

Oceanic Environmental Protection

• Advising on laws and regulations to prevent marine pollution (e.g., oil spills, plastic waste, and chemical discharges).

• Legal support for marine protected areas (MPAs) and biodiversity conservation initiatives.

• Compliance with international conventions like MARPOL and the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD).

• Addressing transboundary environmental issues and liability for marine damage.

Blue Economy Development

• Legal frameworks for sustainable ocean-based industries (e.g., fisheries, aquaculture, tourism, and renewable energy).

• Advising on blue financing and investment in ocean-related projects.

• Supporting the development of policies and strategies for a sustainable blue economy.

• Assisting with public-private partnerships (PPPs) in ocean sectors.

Marine Spatial Planning

• Legal guidance on integrated marine spatial planning (MSP) to balance economic, environmental, and social objectives.

• Zoning and allocation of marine areas for different uses (e.g., shipping, conservation, energy, and fishing).

• Resolving conflicts between competing ocean uses.

• Compliance with national and international MSP frameworks.

Climate Change and Ocean Policy

• Legal advice on the impacts of climate change on oceans, including sea-level rise, ocean acidification, and warming.

• Supporting climate adaptation and mitigation strategies for coastal and marine ecosystems.

• Advising on ocean-based climate solutions (e.g., blue carbon, offshore renewable energy).

• Compliance with international climate agreements and their implications for ocean governance.