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"The Maritime Law Association of the United States works through an interactive Committee structure addressing current and emerging maritime issues. In October 2024, our Board of Directors, Committees, and members will convene in New Orleans, Louisiana to continue our 125th Anniversary year celebration. This website provides general public information about us and serves as a portal for membership."
- Grady Hurley, President

About the Maritime Law Association of the United States ( MLA )

About the MLA

The objectives of the Association shall be to advance reforms in the Maritime Law of the United States, to facilitate justice in its administration, to promote uniformity in its enactment and interpretation, to furnish a forum for the discussion and... [Read More]

Our Maritime Law Association of the United States (MLA) Members

Our Members

The MLA is a professional organization concerned with improvements in the maritime law, which stands ready to be of help to those interested in this area of law. Our members are law students, lawyers, industry representatives, judges, and more. [Read More]

Join the Our Maritime Law Association of the United States (MLA)

Join the MLA

Founded in 1899, the Maritime Law Association of the United States is the oldest and most recognized maritime legal organization in the United States, furthering the understanding and advancement of maritime law among lawyers, scholars, and maritime industries. [Read More]

News

Federal Bar Association Maritime Law CLE – Savannah GA, Nov. 8, 2024

This inaugural event includes six hours of CLE for Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina, and a catered breakfast, lunch, and Read More

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Mid-Level Associate, Kennedys, New York

Kennedys is seeking a Mid-level Associate (2-5 years) with solid marine coverage and marine litigation experience to join its New Read More

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Claims Handler, SKULD, New York

SKULD is seeking a maritime attorney with experience handling Jones Act litigation, charter party/contract disputes, and casualties as well as Read More

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: United States Department of Justice, Trial Attorney (GS 13-15), Washington, D.C.

The U.S. Department of Justice’s office of Aviation, Space & Admiralty Litigation is seeking a Trial Attorney in its Washington, Read More

MLA Obituary Notice – Jack Berg

The MLA has just learned of the passing of Jack Berg, the longest serving member of the Society of Maritime Read More

Significant Maritime Decisions of the Supreme Court of the United States

In conjunction with the 125th Anniversary of the MLA, we are posting a compendium of Significant Maritime Supreme Court decisions. Read More

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: United States Navy, Senior Admiralty Attorney/Litigation Support Counsel (GS-14), Washington, D.C.

The U.S. Navy is seeking an attorney to fulfill the position of Senior Admiralty Attorney/Litigation Support Counsel in Washington, D.C. Read More

Marine Torts & Casualties Committee: Passing of Michael J. Rauworth

The MLA recently learned of the passing of Michael Rauworth (December 6, 2023), who was an active Member of the Read More

MLA Obituary Notice – Victor Ivan Koock (1940 – 2024)

Victor Ivan Koock of New Orleans was a longtime member of the Maritime Law Association of the United States and Read More

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: U.S. Coast Guard, National Pollution Funds Center, Attorney Advisor (General), Washington, D.C

The U.S. Coast Guard, National Pollution Funds Center, is seeking an attorney to fulfill the position of Attorney Advisor (General) Read More