Before you speak to your employer — get clarity on pay, contracts, and next steps

Fixed-fee information and document-preparation packs for unpaid wages, holiday pay, SEA/contract concerns for yacht and commercial crew.

Fixed fee, no hourly billing

Know the cost before you begin. No surprise legal-style time charges

Clear scope, calm process

We review your documents, explain the issue clearly, and prepare structured output you can use.

Typical turnaround: 2–5 working days

Urgent cases may be handled faster where appropriate and within scope.

Why CrewRights?

If something feels wrong, the hardest part is often knowing what to do next without making it worse. CrewRights is built for that moment: before emotional escalation, before expensive legal bills, and before you lose control of the situation.

Built for real crew situations

Designed around the kinds of problems yacht and commercial crew actually face: unclear SEA terms, missing pay, leave discrepancies, and communication pressure.

Clarity before escalation

Designed around the kinds of problems yacht and commercial crew actually face: unclear SEA terms, missing pay, leave discrepancies, and communication pressure.

Professional output you can use

Depending on the pack, you receive structured calculations, clear explanations, and carefully drafted documents.

A safer first step

No employer contact. No hidden agendas. No pressure to escalate. Just a structured, fixed-fee step to help you think and act more clearly.

Fixed-fee packs for unpaid wages, holiday pay, and SEA contract concerns

CrewRights provides fixed-fee information and document-preparation packs for unpaid wages, holiday pay, SEA contract concerns, and professional communication support for yacht and commercial crew

SEA Review Pack

Wage & Leave Review Pack

Communication Pack

How CrewRights works

We prepare tailored written reports and draft documents so you can act confidently. This service does not constitute legal advice. We do not contact employers or third parties.

1

Share your situation

Start from a short assessment and upload the key documents you already have.

2

We review and prepare

We review your SEA, payslips, dates, messages, and supporting material.

3

You receive your pack

You get a structured explanation and the practical drafting support included in your pack

4

You decide the next step

Use it yourself, negotiate more calmly, or take it to a union or qualified lawyer if needed.

Minimal back-and-forth. Clear inputs. Clear next steps.

Free tools to help you get clarity before you act

Practical resources for yacht and commercial crew dealing with wage issues, unclear SEA terms, or sensitive workplace communication.

Unpaid Wages & Leave Checklist(PDF)

Know what to collect and what to check before challenging missing pay or leave.

SEA Red Flags Guide

Understand common contract warning signs before you sign or respond.

Before You Speak Checklist

Avoid emotional wording and communicate more carefully when the situation is already sensitive.

Not sure if this is the right fit?

That is normal. Most crew who arrive here are not looking for a fight. They are looking for clarity.

“What if I’m wrong?”

That is exactly why the first step is structured review, not escalation. The goal is to understand the facts before reacting.

“I do not want legal fees yet.”

CrewRights is designed as a fixed-fee clarity and document-preparation step before you decide whether legal advice is even needed.

“I’m scared this could backfire.”

You stay in control. We do not contact employers or third parties, and we do not push you into legal action.

“I only want help understanding and drafting my next move.”

That is exactly what these packs are for.

FAQ

Is CrewRights a law firm?

CrewRights provides information and document-preparation support. We organise relevant materials, clearly outline the situation, and prepare professional draft wording for your use. Matters requiring legal advice or formal representation fall within the remit of qualified professionals in the relevant jurisdiction.

All communication remains under your control. CrewRights does not contact employers or third parties directly, we prepare professional draft emails or letters for your use.

Yacht and commercial crew who want clarity on pay, leave, SEA/contract concerns, or help drafting their next communication carefully.

Usually your SEA or contract, payslips, key dates, relevant messages or emails, and any supporting documents linked to the issue.

Typical turnaround is 2–5 working days after you submit the assessment and provide the available documents. If something is urgent (e.g., final pay timing, upcoming flight, or contract deadline), flag it in the form and we’ll prioritise where possible.

If your matter is clearly outside our scope, we tell you early rather than pushing the wrong service.

Need help with your situation?

Start with a short assessment and we will point you to the most suitable next step