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 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]
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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
MLA Obituary Notice – Deborah M. Nolan
Deborah M. Nolan, married to MLA Past President Frank Nolan III, passed away on April 11, 2025. Debby served as Read More
MLA Obituary Notice – Keith Heard
The MLA has just learned of the passing of Keith Heard, a long time member of the Association. A memorial Read More
MLA Spring Event Update
Registration for the MLA Spring event at the New York Yacht Club on Wednesday, April 30, at 6:00pm is currently Read More
MLA Obituary Notice – Joy Rue
It is with great sadness that the Association announces the passing of Joy Rue, late wife of Past President Tom Read More
yCMI Essay Prize 2025
The Comité Maritime International invites submissions for the 2025 Young Persons’ Essay Prize for original unpublished writing in the field Read More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
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