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]
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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]
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John E. Cone, Jr. Passed Away
John E. Cone Jr. was born in Brooklyn, NY to John and Kathryn Cone on May 29, 1942. John attended Read More
Robert B. Deane Passed Away
DEANE–Robert Bryan Deane, a maritime attorney, passed away peacefully in his home on May 1, 2020, after falling victim to Read More
Charles F. Tucker Passed Away
TUCKER–Charles F. Tucker, devoted and loved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2020, at Read More
Richard W. Baldwin Passed Away
BALDWIN–Richard W., of Riverdale and Yonkers, NY, passed away peacefully at Calvary Hospice on March 7, 2020 at age 83. Read More
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
Partner and/or Senior Associate – Simms Showers
Simms Showers LLP, Baltimore / Hunt Valley seeks one or more partner or senior associate-level attorneys with three (3) or Read More