Practice Areas & Industries: Bracewell & Giuliani LLP

Practice/Industry Group Overview

Our firm has particular experience advising energy-industry clients in enforcement actions arising from alleged violations of maritime law, and in disputes and claims initiated under this unique form of litigation.  We defend clients against claims involving personal injury and wrongful death; collisions, groundings, sinkings and other accidents; cargo damage; damage allegedly the result of operational errors; and vessel charter disputes.  We also represent clients in maritime insurance coverage litigation.

Our attorneys have specific experience in offshore oil exploratory, drilling and production facilities and barge operations in all maritime areas, including bluewater, gulfs and rivers.  We represent clients in litigation, enforcement and regulatory actions related to Coast Guard hearings, contracts, maritime and offshore labor and employment matters, Jones Act disputes, personal injury claims, property damages, mortgages and financing, licensing, siting, environmental concerns, tariffs, rates, and sales contracts.