Maritime Litigation & Arbitration

Ober|Kaler attorneys are no strangers when it comes to handling significant maritime litigation and arbitration cases in Maryland and elsewhere. We have served as lead counsel in cases that have changed the course of maritime law. In cases involving major vessel casualties on the Chesapeake Bay, we often play a lead role. In addition, we collaborate with the firm’s other practice areas to provide robust representation on maritime matters involving criminal, environmental or other complex legal issues.

Our admiralty and maritime lawyers are also experienced in serving as advocates and panel members in arbitrations under the Rules of the Society of Maritime Arbitrators, the American Arbitration Association, JAMS and the Maritime Arbitration Association of the United States.

Our litigation and arbitration work encompasses:

Personal injuries
Cargo damage
Charter party disputes
Shipbuilding and ship repair disputes
Maritime lien claims
Pollution
Environmental violations and internal investigations
Casualty matters
Commercial disputes
Insurance coverage disputes
Maritime bankruptcy

We have served as lead counsel in cases establishing important precedents involving:

The Federal Maritime Lien Act
The Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act
The Limitation of Liability Act
The Supplemental Rules of Procedure for Admiralty and Maritime Claims