Expertise, Experience, and Expertise
Hill, Betts & Nash LLP is one of the oldest and most prestigious law firms in the United States, specializing in admiralty and general maritime law. With a rich history dating back to 1898, we have been representing clients in various areas of law, including maritime, personal injury, employment disputes, and more.
Expertise
Our team of experienced attorneys has extensive experience in handling complex maritime cases, including maritime personal injury, employment disputes, and maritime toxic torts. We have a deep understanding of the intricacies of maritime law, which is governed by a unique set of laws and regulations. Our attorneys have years of experience working with clients in the maritime industry, and many have served as shipboard service in the Merchant Marines and the United States Coast Guard.
Practice Areas
Our practice areas include maritime personal injury and employment disputes, the Jones Act of 1920, the Longshore Harbor Workers Compensation Act of 1927, the Limitation of Liability Act of 1854, the Death on the High Seas Act of 1920, and the Seaman's Protection Act. We also specialize in maritime toxic torts and asbestos litigation, maritime products liability, maintenance and cure, marine insurance, declaratory judgment actions, and bad faith claims.
Services
Our services include maritime risk management, commercial shipping transactions, vessel registration, aviation law, maritime regulatory compliance, U.S. Coast Guard, and U.S. Federal Maritime Commission. We also provide support for marine casualty investigations, claims, and recovery, navigating collisions, allisions, and grounding, as well as cargo claims and disputes, vessel liens, arrests, and seizures.
About Our Attorneys
Our attorneys are not only lawyers but also expert mariners. They have years of experience in the maritime industry and a deep understanding of the complex laws and regulations that govern it. Many of our attorneys have served as shipboard service in the Merchant Marines and the United States Coast Guard, giving them a unique perspective on the intricacies of maritime law.
Why Choose Us
At Hill, Betts & Nash LLP, we pride ourselves on our expertise in maritime law and our ability to provide customized solutions for our clients. We have a long history of success in handling complex maritime cases, and our attorneys are dedicated to providing exceptional legal services to our clients. Whether you are a maritime company, a seaman, or an injured worker, we are committed to providing you with the highest level of representation and guidance.
