Mr. Steven Michael Stancliff

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Mr. Steven Michael Stancliff: Attorney with Ventker Henderson Stancliff, PLLC
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  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Preeminent Rating
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Biography

Steve Stancliff is a seasoned attorney focusing on maritime industry litigation, offering innovative solutions to intricate legal challenges. He represents a diverse clientele, including commercial ship owners, salvors, treasure salvors, ship repairers, dredging and marine construction firms, and their insurers. His unique legal skills span marine operations, commercial transactions, government compliance, and casualty response. Steve is well-equipped to lead and support casualty responses involving collisions, groundings, marine pollution, salvage operations, machinery failures, and governmental investigations. His jurisdiction extends to federal and state courts in Virginia and North Carolina, deftly handling vessel arrests, attachments, limitation actions, and salvage proceedings. Additionally, Steve provides critical support to underwriters, offering insightful analysis of marine insurance contracts, rendering coverage opinions, and defending against bad-faith claims. His comprehensive knowledge and strategic acumen make him an invaluable asset in navigating complex maritime legal matters.
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Areas of Practice (3)

  • Admiralty and Maritime Law
  • Litigation
  • Transportation

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
University of Rhode Island, M.M.A., 1992; United States Coast Guard Academy, B.S., Marine Engineering, 1984
Law School Attended:
Case Western Reserve University, J.D., 1996
Year of First Admission:
1996
Admission:
1996, Ohio; 2007, Virginia; 2008, North Carolina; U.S. Supreme Court; U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit; U.S. Court of Appeals, Armed Forces; U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia; U.S. District Court, Eastern District of North Carolina; U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Memberships:
Maritime Law Association of the United States; Southeastern Admiralty Law Institute (Board of Directors, 2010-2011; Chairman, Long Range Planning Committee, 2013; Editorial Board, 2014); Norfolk and Portsmouth, Virginia, North Carolina and American Bar Associations; Virginia State Bar; North Carolina State Bar; Ohio State Bar.
Military:
Commander, U.S. Coast Guard, 1984-2006
ISLN:
912659433

Peer Reviews

4.9/5.0 (21 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.9/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.9/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.9/5.0

  • Communication

    5.0/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.9/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a General Counsel on 02/27/12 in Admiralty and Maritime Law

    Great attitude, bright.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 02/27/12 in Admiralty and Maritime Law

    Great lawyer. Great guy.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 02/06/12 in Maritime Commercial Law

    I had the distinct pleasure of working with Steve Stancliff for several years. His commitment to excellence is evident in his high quality work and professionalism. He honed his maritime skills as a lawyer with the Coast Guard and has continued to d... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 02/02/12 in Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Government Counsel on 01/31/12 in Admiralty Law

    I have known Steve Stancliff for over 10 years, and can state that he is an extremely capable and ethical attorney that I would refer without reservation. He has intimate knowledge of the substantive law and outstanding grasp of practice on both the... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Government Counsel on 01/31/12 in Civil Litigation

    I have known Steve Stancliff for over 10 years, and can state that he is an extremely capable and ethical attorney that I would refer without reservation. He has intimate knowledge of the substantive law and outstanding grasp of practice on both the... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Government Counsel on 01/31/12 in Criminal Law

    I have known Steve Stancliff for over 10 years, and can state that he is an extremely capable and ethical attorney that I would refer without reservation. He has intimate knowledge of the substantive law and outstanding grasp of practice on both the... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Government Counsel on 01/31/12 in Marine Environmental Law

    I have known Steve Stancliff for over 10 years, and can state that he is an extremely capable and ethical attorney that I would refer without reservation. He has intimate knowledge of the substantive law and outstanding grasp of practice on both the... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Government Counsel on 01/31/12 in Military Justice

    I have known Steve Stancliff for over 10 years, and can state that he is an extremely capable and ethical attorney that I would refer without reservation. He has intimate knowledge of the substantive law and outstanding grasp of practice on both the... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Government Counsel on 01/31/12 in Admiralty and Maritime Law

    I have known Steve Stancliff for over 10 years, and can state that he is an extremely capable and ethical attorney that I would refer without reservation. He has intimate knowledge of the substantive law and outstanding grasp of practice on both the... Read more

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Avvo Client Review
5.0/5.0 (6 reviews)
Client Choice Award Client Champion

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757-828-4013  Phone

757-623-5735  Fax

www.ventkerlaw.com/team/steve-stancliff

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