At Johns Law Group, our team of experienced maritime lawyers and admiralty attorneys represents clients in a wide range of maritime and admiralty law matters. Several of our attorneys hold advanced LL.M. degrees in Admiralty from Tulane Law School, one of the nation’s leading programs in maritime law. With this advanced training and decades of experience, we are uniquely positioned to handle complex disputes and transactions across the maritime industry.
Although our firm is based in Florida, we are licensed in 11 states and regularly represent clients in maritime cases nationwide. Whether you are a vessel owner, seafarer, cargo interest, or insurer, Johns Law Group has the knowledge and resources to guide you through even the most challenging legal waters.
Our Maritime Law Practice Areas
Vessel Damage Claims
Our vessel damage attorneys handle claims involving collisions, fires, groundings, and other incidents. We work with marine surveyors and experts to recover repair costs and protect vessel owners, charterers, and insurers in litigation.
Marine Insurance Claims
As trusted marine insurance lawyers, we represent clients in disputes involving hull and machinery coverage, P&I (protection and indemnity) insurance, cargo coverage, and bad faith denials. We ensure your policy rights are fully enforced.
Maritime Personal Injury
Our Jones Act attorneys and maritime injury lawyers represent seamen, longshoremen, and passengers injured at sea or in port. We pursue claims under the Jones Act, the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA), and general maritime law to obtain maximum compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
Vessel Arrests and Maritime Liens
Our firm has extensive experience with vessel arrests and enforcement of maritime liens under the Supplemental Admiralty Rules. We act quickly to secure vessels for creditors or defend owners against improper seizure.
Salvage and Towage Claims
We represent salvors seeking fair awards as well as owners disputing salvage demands. Our attorneys also handle disputes involving towage contracts and emergency assistance at sea.
Cargo Claims
Our cargo claims attorneys prosecute and defend cases under COGSA, bills of lading, and charter parties. We help shippers, consignees, and carriers resolve disputes over cargo loss, damage, and delay.
Breach of Maritime Contracts
From charter party agreements to shipbuilding and repair contracts, our attorneys handle breach of maritime contract claims. We work to resolve disputes efficiently to minimize disruption to business operations.
Marine Transactions
Our firm assists with vessel sales, financing, documentation, and charter agreements. As experienced maritime transaction attorneys, we ensure compliance with U.S. Coast Guard and international regulations while protecting our clients’ business interests.
Other Maritime Law Matters
Our practice also covers limitation of liability actions, collisions and allisions, general average, pilotage disputes, and maritime employment issues. No matter the complexity, Johns Law Group has the knowledge and resources to guide you.
Why Choose Johns Law Group?
Navigating the complexities of admiralty and maritime law requires experience, training, and a national reach. At Johns Law Group, our attorneys combine advanced education from Tulane Law School with hands-on experience litigating and negotiating maritime disputes across the country.
With offices in Florida and licensing in 11 states, we assist clients in maritime cases nationwide, including federal admiralty courts. Whether you need a Jones Act lawyer, a vessel arrest attorney, or counsel for a marine insurance dispute, our team is ready to protect your interests. Call our maritime lawyers (866) 970-0977 for a free consultation.