Massachusetts residents facing maritime law issues have access to attorneys who specialize in offshore injuries, Jones Act claims, admiralty law, cargo disputes, vessel collisions, and maritime contracts. The legal framework in Massachusetts differs from other states in important ways, and the attorneys listed here have experience navigating Superior Court proceedings and the specific regulations that govern maritime law cases in this jurisdiction.

One of the most important things to know about maritime law law in Massachusetts is the statute of limitations. You generally have 3 years from the date of injury to file a claim. Massachusetts follows modified comparative fault with 51% bar (M.G.L. c. 231 § 85) for determining liability, which directly affects how much compensation you may recover. Cases are filed in Superior Court, and knowing how local judges handle these matters gives experienced attorneys a real advantage.

When selecting a maritime law attorney in Massachusetts, consider their specific experience with cases like yours, their familiarity with Superior Court procedures, and their track record. The attorneys listed on this page serve clients throughout Massachusetts and have profiles that include their credentials, practice areas, office locations, and client reviews. Comparing multiple attorneys helps you find the right fit for your situation and budget.

Before you choose an attorney, it helps to understand the legal landscape. Read our complete guide to maritime law law in Massachusetts to learn about filing deadlines, state-specific rules, and what damages or remedies may be available in your case. Then use the directory below to find and compare qualified lawyers across Massachusetts.

Peter M Merrigan - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Sweeney Merrigan Law LLP
 49 Locust Street Falmouth MA 02540
(617) 391-9001
James Madison University
English
Massachusetts Bar
Unknown Status
Animal & Dog Law Construction Law DUI & DWI
Neil Sugarman - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Sugarman & Sugarman, P.C.
 800 Boylston Street 30th Floor Boston MA 02199
(617) 542-1000
Boston University (1965)
English
Massachusetts Bar
Unknown Status
Maritime Law Medical Malpractice Personal Injury
Steven Boris - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Krasnow, Keller & Boris
 665 Franklin Street Framingham MA 01702
(508) 872-2710
Suffolk University Law School
English, Russian, Ukrainian
Unknown Status
Business Law Employment Law Maritime Law
Robert T. Naumes - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Naumes Law Group
 2 Granite Ave #425 Milton MA 02186
(617) 227-8444
Boston College Law School (1977)
English
2nd Circuit Bar
Active License
Asbestos & Mesothelioma Maritime Law Personal Injury
H. Luke Mitcheson - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Mitcheson & Lee LLP
 1 State St 15th Floor Boston MA 02109
(617) 933-3880
Northeastern University School of Law (2006)
English
Maine Bar
Unknown Status
Maritime Law Medical Malpractice Nursing Home Abuse
James Re - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 56 Pine Street Providence RI 02903
(617) 542-5542
Suffolk University Law School (1978)
Massachusetts Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Employment Law Legal Malpractice
Walter Kelley - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
WALT KELLEY LAW FIRM
 One State Street - Ste. 200 Boston MA 02109
(617) 295-7319
New England Law | Boston (2003)
Portuguese, Spanish
Massachusetts Bar
Unknown Status
Consumer Law Maritime Law Medical Malpractice
Paul Lancia - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 PO Box 9502 Providence 02940 Fall River MA 02940
(774) 929-0565
Finnish, Italian
Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Court Bar
Unknown Status
Animal & Dog Law Appeals & Appellate Business Law
Christine Knipper - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 260 Franklin Street Boston Massachusetts 02110
(617) 422-5300
Boston University School of Law (2001)
New York State Bar Bar
Unknown Status
Appeals & Appellate Construction Law Employment Law
Amy Locke - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 260 Franklin Street Boston Massachusetts 02110
(617) 422-5300
Suffolk University Law School (1992)
Massachusetts State Bar Bar
Unknown Status
Appeals & Appellate Construction Law Employment Law
Anthony Papoulias Jr - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 102 Bridge Rd. Salisbury MA 01952
(978) 465-1937
University of New Hampshire School of Law (1984)
Massachusetts Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Criminal Law Estate Planning
Geraldine Aine - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 10 Saint James Avenue 11th Floor Boston MA 02116
(617) 619-9242
University of Connecticut School of Law
Haitian Creole
Massachusetts Bar
Unknown Status
Antitrust Law Appeals & Appellate Bankruptcy
Andrew Fay - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 60 William St Wellesley MA 02481
(781) 237-0877
Massachusetts Bar
Unknown Status
Insurance Defense Legal Malpractice Maritime Law
Joseph Donohue - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 The Charlestown Navy Yard Shipway Place, Unit C-2 Boston MA 02129
(508) 641-8848
Suffolk University Law School (1985)
Maine Bar
Unknown Status
Asbestos & Mesothelioma Insurance Claims Maritime Law
Valerie Kloecker - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 260 Franklin Street Boston Massachusetts 02110
(617) 422-5300
New England School of Law (2005)
Rhode Island State Bar Bar
Unknown Status
Appeals & Appellate Construction Law Employment Law
Joseph Leighton Jr - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 260 Franklin Street Boston Massachusetts 02110
(617) 422-5300
Boston College Law School (1985)
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts Bar
Unknown Status
Appeals & Appellate Construction Law Employment Law
Kathleen Kelly - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 260 Franklin St Boston MA 02110
(617) 422-5300
New England School of Law (1997)
Massachusetts State Bar Bar
Unknown Status
Appeals & Appellate Construction Law Employment Law
Andrea Osganian - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 260 Franklin Street Boston Massachusetts 02110
(617) 422-5300
New England School of Law (2007)
Massachusetts State Bar Bar
Unknown Status
Appeals & Appellate Construction Law Employment Law
Jeffrey King - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 1 Lincoln Street Boston MA 02111
(617) 261-3179
Harvard Law School (1991)
Bar of Massachusetts Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Energy, Oil & Gas Law Environmental Law
Young Han - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 260 Franklin St Boston MA 02110
(617) 422-5300
Boston University School of Law (2005)
Massachusetts Bar
Unknown Status
Appeals & Appellate Construction Law Employment Law
Maynard Kirpalani - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 260 Franklin St Boston MA 02110
(617) 422-5300
University of Virginia School of Law (1978)
Massachusetts Bar
Unknown Status
Appeals & Appellate Construction Law Employment Law
George Rockas - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 260 Franklin Street Boston Massachusetts 02110
(617) 422-5300
Cornell University (1984)
Massachusetts State Bar Bar
Unknown Status
Appeals & Appellate Construction Law Employment Law
Kara Thorvaldsen - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 260 Franklin Street Boston Massachusetts 02110
(617) 422-5300
Tulane University Law School (2004)
Rhode Island State Bar Bar
Unknown Status
Appeals & Appellate Construction Law Employment Law
Michele Carlucci - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 260 Franklin Street Boston Massachusetts 02110
(617) 422-5300
Boston University School of Law (2002)
New York State Bar Bar
Unknown Status
Appeals & Appellate Construction Law Employment Law
Kevin Mannix - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 260 Franklin St Boston MA 02110
(617) 422-5300
Boston University School of Law (1998)
Massachusetts Bar
Unknown Status
Appeals & Appellate Construction Law Employment Law
Kevin Tierney - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 260 Franklin Street Boston Massachusetts 02110
(617) 422-5300
Boston College Law School (1998)
Massachusetts Bar
Unknown Status
Appeals & Appellate Construction Law Employment Law
Tracy Waugh - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 260 Franklin St Boston MA 02110
(617) 422-5300
Suffolk University Law School (1992)
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts Bar
Unknown Status
Appeals & Appellate Construction Law Employment Law
Patrick Landers - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 260 Franklin Street Boston Massachusetts 02110
(617) 422-5300
Boston College Law School (1992)
Massachusetts Bar
Unknown Status
Appeals & Appellate Construction Law Employment Law
Michael Cunningham - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 260 Franklin Street Boston Massachusetts 02110
(617) 422-5300
Seton Hall University School of Law (2000)
Massachusetts State Bar Bar
Unknown Status
Appeals & Appellate Construction Law Employment Law
Jessica Fritz - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 260 Franklin Street Boston Massachusetts 02110
(617) 422-5300
Boston University School of Law (2003)
Connecticut Bar
Unknown Status
Appeals & Appellate Construction Law Employment Law
William Bogaert - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 260 Franklin St Boston MA 02110
(617) 422-5300
Boston College Law School (1985)
Supreme Judicial Court of Massachusetts Bar
Unknown Status
Appeals & Appellate Construction Law Employment Law
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