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]
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
RADM Steve Andersen (USCG ret.) named FMC General Counsel
Congratulations to Proctor Member Rear Admiral Steve Andersen, USCG (retired), who was recently named General Counsel of the Federal Maritime Read More
Coast Guard initiates RJAG Program for licensed attorneys
The Coast Guard initiated a new Reserve Direct Commission Lawyer Program, offering licensed attorneys the ability to apply for a Read More
George B. Freehill Passed Away
George B. Freehill passed away at his home in Jupiter, Florida on July 20, 2020. George was a founding member Read More
Professor Joseph C. Sweeney Passed Away
Fordham Law Professor Joseph C. Sweeney, MLA Proctor and Member since 1963, died on July 21, 2020 at the age Read More
Lindsay Malen-Habib becomes President of the American Salvage Association
Congratulations to Adjunct Member Lindsay Malen-Habib on becoming President of the American Salvage Association. Ms. Malen-Habib is the first woman Read More
Gerard P. Watson Passed Away
Gerard P. Watson (“Gerry”) passed away at his home in Brooklyn, NY 11209 on April 12, 2020 at the age Read More
Rear Admiral Melissa Bert invested as Judge Advocate General and Chief Counsel of the Coast Guard
As announced at the MLA spring meeting, Proctor Member Rear Admiral Melissa Bert was recently named Judge Advocate General and Read More
Vice Admiral Steven D. Poulin becomes USCG Commander Atlantic Region
Congratulations to Proctor Member Vice Admiral Steven D. Poulin on becoming USCG Commander Atlantic Region
Citgo Asphalt Refining v. Frescati Shipping, decided March 30, 2020
Citgo Asphalt Refining Co. v. Frescati Shipping Co. (Athos I) Supreme Court of the United States, March 30, 2020 The Read More
Dutra Group v. Batterton, decided June 24, 2019
The Supreme Court of the United States holds punitive damages are not recoverable on an unseaworthiness claim for personal injuries. Read More