Transportation: Shipping/Maritime: Litigation (New York) - USA - Nationwide
What the team is known for
Freehill Hogan & Mahar LLP is a highly respected maritime litigation boutique firm with expertise covering areas such as maritime protection and indemnity, casualty, cargo damage and demurrage claims. It represents a client base composed of ship owners and insurers, including all major P&I clubs. The firm has lawyers with expertise in maritime personal injury claims, workers' compensation claims and occupational disease cases.
Strengths
"Freehill is excellent. The firm has a very knowledgeable group of attorneys with experience in all maritime matters."
"Freehill's team brings top-notch legal knowledge to matters."
"The team is always prompt and professional."
Work highlights
Freehill Hogan & Mahar LLP represented the owner/operator of the 'Sandy Ground' in connection with the salvage claims and ongoing USCG and NTSB marine casualty investigation following an incident on board.
Notable practitioners
Wayne Meehan is a highly experienced shipping practitioner who is well versed in major shipping casualty cases including collisions, fire and explosions. He also handles cargo claims and charter party disputes.
Peter Gutowski is particularly expert in charter party disputes, representing a wide range of clients. He is also adept at handling cargo loss and damage and maritime casualties. "Peter is an excellent partner."
Don Murnane has a wealth of expertise in maritime law. He is noted for his abilities in vessel and marine terminal casualties. "Don is a good lawyer and is easy to work with."
Daniel Fitzgerald has a diverse litigation practice which includes expertise in pollution response, personal injury and maritime criminal defense. "Daniel is an excellent lawyer who is very experienced and knowledgeable in maritime matters." "He is a good adviser, gets straight to the point and has impeccable practical knowledge."
Michael Fernandez offers significant expertise handling marine casualties, including vessel damages, as well as vessel seizures and related investigations. "Michael is a very strong lawyer in maritime work."
