'Plain Sailing' Legal Support for New Boat Owners
As the sun continues to shine and the evenings draw out ever longer, getting out to sea beckons. And if you're thinking about buying a boat, this month's feature article by Scott Bailey Solicitors is timely. With offices a stone's throw from the coast (the photo above is the view from the rooftop!) Scott Bailey has close ties with the marine community; amongst the team are keen sailors, proud boat owners and even a harbour commissioner.
Scott Bailey also has a brilliant marine team which can support you through every step of the complex process of boat buying: from ensuring the paperwork’s in order and checking the vessel is free from encumbrances, to drafting watertight sales contracts, reviewing build agreements, advising on moorings, and liaising with yacht brokers. Whether you're buying a sailing boat or a motor yacht, they can help ensure everything runs smoothly from start to finish.
Read Celia Hawson's entertaining article and also access Scott Bailey's very informative free 'Guide to Buying a Boat'.
Celia Hawson introduces the Scott Bailey marine team and a Guide to Buying a Boat
As many of you will know, the Scott Bailey offices are just a stone’s throw from the coast In fact, from our rooftop we enjoy an incredible view across the Solent to the Isle of Wight.
We have close ties to the marine community. Among our team are keen sailors, proud boat owners and even a harbour commissioner. Before joining Scott Bailey, I worked at the UK Ship Register and with the Receiver of Wreck – both fascinating roles that deepened my love for all things maritime.
When the sun’s shining and the evenings are drawing out, there’s nothing better than a day on the water. Imagine loading up a luxury picnic, casting off with nothing but the sound of the waves and the gulls, dropping anchor for a swim, then enjoying lunch in the sunshine. For many, it’s the dream – and if you’re thinking about making that dream a reality by buying a boat, we’re here to help.
Buying a boat can be an exciting but complex process. Our brilliant marine team can support you through every step, from ensuring the paperwork’s in order and checking the vessel is free from encumbrances, to drafting watertight sales contracts, reviewing build agreements, advising on moorings, and liaising with yacht brokers. Whether you're buying a sailing boat or a motor yacht, we’ll help ensure everything runs smoothly from start to finish.
With the start of the season getting well underway, now is a great time to download our comprehensive guide to buying a boat.
Click here for a guide to buying a boat: checklist and considerations - Scott Bailey Solicitors
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About Scott Bailey LLP
Founded in 1930, Scott Bailey has grown to become a leading firm in the New Forest, providing a full range of legal services to private individuals and businesses. Services for individuals include Residential Conveyancing, Divorce, Family, Wills Trusts & Probate, Litigation & Disputes.
SME business legal services include Corporate, Commercial, Intellectual Property, Dispute Resolution, Landlord & Tenant, Insolvency and Employment Law. Scott Bailey LLP is one of only a very few firms based in the New Forest providing these specialist services.
The first firm in the region to receive the Law Society's prestigious LEXCEL award for high standards of practice management and customer care, Scott Bailey LLP promises top-quality, professional help from a team of expert solicitors who will put your best interests at the heart of their work.
Scott Bailey was delighted and proud to win "Business of the Year" at the 2023 New Forest Brilliance in Business Awards.
