Maritime & Shipping lawyers and advisers in the USA
The Corporate INTL directory lists 3 Maritime & Shipping experts in the USA from 3 firms.
Experts
Neil Klein
Neil is a partner at McKasson & Klein LLP in Irvine, California, a boutique law firm established in 1998, near the ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles. Neil is a litigator and a transactional lawyer. His practice focuses on international…
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William D. Howard
William D. Howard, a partner at Howard Law Group in Grand Rapids, Michigan, was named Maritime & Admiralty Lawyer of the Year in Michigan, US at the 2024 Corporate INTL Global Awards. A civil litigation and business attorney, Howard is…
View profile →Marcus Spagnoletti
Marcus Spagnoletti is an attorney at Spagnoletti Law Firm in Houston, a maritime and personal injury practice named Maritime Personal Injury Law Firm of the Year in Texas, US at the Corporate INTL Global Awards 2025.
View profile →Frequently asked questions
What does a shipping lawyer in the USA do?
A shipping lawyer advises on ship sale and finance, charter parties, cargo and collision claims, ship arrest and marine insurance. You are likely to need one when you buy, finance or charter a vessel, have a cargo or collision claim, or need a ship arrested or released.
How do I find a good shipping lawyer in the USA?
Check that they are qualified or registered to practise in the USA, for example with the local bar association or professional body, and that they have handled matters like yours, including any cross-border element. Ask who will do the work, which languages they work in and how they charge before you instruct them. Each shipping lawyer listed on this page has a profile with their firm, practice areas and contact details, so you can compare them before getting in touch.
How much does a shipping lawyer in the USA cost?
Fees depend on the firm, the experience of the person advising you and how complex the matter is. Firms commonly charge by the hour, a fixed fee for a defined piece of work, or a combination of the two. Ask for a written estimate and the terms of engagement before any work starts.
Do I need a local shipping lawyer in the USA if I am based abroad?
Matters governed by the law of the USA, or that involve its courts, registries or authorities, usually need an adviser qualified there. If you already have an adviser at home, they can often work alongside a local shipping lawyer in the USA, which keeps the advice joined up on cross-border matters.
How do I contact a shipping lawyer in the USA through Corporate INTL?
Open any profile on this page to see the contact details the firm has provided, such as telephone, email and website. Every profile also has a "Contact via Corporate INTL" button if you would rather send your request through us.