Overview

Maritime and aviation litigation addresses disputes arising from the operation of vessels and aircraft, including passenger casualty claims, cargo loss and damage, cruise line liability, aerospace and defense contract disputes, and incidents occurring in international and admiralty jurisdictions. These matters are governed by a specialized body of federal and international law — including the Jones Act, DOHSA, the Warsaw and Montreal Conventions, and general maritime law — that operates independently of ordinary civil procedure and requires counsel with experience in this distinct legal environment.

Matters in this practice area range from mass casualty passenger vessel incidents and COVID-19 related cruise litigation, to international arbitration of aerospace and defense procurement disputes and expedition operator liability matters, each presenting complex jurisdictional, regulatory, and evidentiary challenges.