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Salvage:Rendering assistance to ships at distress. Rules awarding such assistance have long been prescribed in various maritime nations.



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Hi Anjaly,

Thanks for asking careers360,

Yes, I think it is an unexplored field with a good scope in India.

There is enough work. There is plenty of work in ship financing, arbitration and other areas where no court-bound work happens.

Maritime conflicts do take place in India, so why aren't Indian universities offering courses in maritime law?

The National Law School in Bangalore started a programme some time back. But lack of talented faculty is the primary concern. As a matter of fact, Indian clients try and look for British solicitors. Even today, you will find clients looking for foreign solicitors.

It clearly shows that there is a lack of maritime lawyers in India.

Good Luck!