Transportation: Shipping/Maritime: Litigation (outside New York)
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Provided by Phelps Dunbar LLP
One of the largest Admiralty and Maritime practice groups in the country, Phelps has over 25 attorneys dedicated to handling clients’ opportunities and challenges on the regional, national and international level. The firm represents a diverse client base that ranges from small offshore service companies to multinational corporations in areas including maritime contracts, international shipping, maritime finance, environmental issues, litigation, and services to the oil industry operating in the Gulf of Mexico. Recognized internationally, the group excels in cases ranging from complex emergent situations to routine maritime claims, and often consults with attorneys in the firm’s other practice areas to better meet the needs of our clients.
Pulling on strengths in both insurance and marine and energy, we are routinely asked to render marine insurance counseling, marine insurance coverage evaluation, contract drafting and negotiation, charter drafting and negotiation, and marine financing advice.
Chambers Review
Phelps Dunbar LLP has an accomplished maritime litigation group with deep industry expertise, sought after by multinational companies, ship owners and underwriters, including major P&I clubs. The team works extensively across myriad contentious matters including personal injury claims, contractual disputes, environmental issues and maritime disasters. The firm has a formidable presence in the Gulf Coast region, particularly regarding issues involving the oil industry, and boasts both brown-water and blue-water capacity.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Phelps Dunbar is an excellent firm."
"Phelps Dunbar is an excellent firm."
Notable Practitioners
Gary Hemphill handles disputes including maritime personal injury, cargo damage and loss and collisions.
"He is an excellent attorney."
"Gary is a very fine attorney."
Ivan Rodriguez is commended for his work representing clients in environmental and personal injury claims in the maritime space. His practice extends to include insurance defense and coverage disputes.
"Ivan is an excellent lawyer."
Kevin LaVie deftly handles a vast range of maritime environmental damages disputes. He also holds significant experience in dealing with maritime casualties including sinkings and collisions.
"Kevin is a great lawyer in this space."
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