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BoatLaw, LLP is a premier maritime law firm with offices in Seattle, Portland, Bellingham, San Francisco, and Los Angeles. Since 1977, we have been dedicated to representing individuals injured at sea and their families. Our experienced maritime attorneys, Douglas Williams and Nicholas Neidzwski, have successfully handled a wide range of maritime injury cases across the Pacific Northwest, Alaska, and California. At BoatLaw, LLP, we understand the challenges injured crew members face, from isolation to uncertainty about their legal rights. While vessel owners act swiftly to limit compensation, we work diligently to protect your rights and secure the recovery you deserve. Our team approach to case preparation and trial, combined with decades of experience, ensures effective advocacy. Supported by a compassionate and skilled staff, we keep you informed at every stage of your case and provide a clear, realistic assessment of your legal options. Trust BoatLaw, LLP to deliver the expertise and support you need during this critical time.

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Areas of Practice (47)

  • Maritime Law
  • Admiralty & Maritime Law
  • Jones Act Attorneys
  • Death on the High Seas Act
  • Immigration and Maritime Litigation
  • In Rem Claims Against Vessels
  • Limitation of Liability Act
  • Longshore and Harbor Worker’s Compensation Act
  • Marine Insurance Claim
  • Maintenance & Cure
  • Marine Salvage Law
  • Public Vessels Act
  • Seaman’s Manslaughter Statute
  • Seaman’s Protection Act
  • Third Party Negligence Claims
  • Unseaworthiness
  • Personal Injury Claims
  • Assault
  • Back Injuries
  • Head Injuries
  • Medical Negligence
  • Knee Injuries
  • Neck Injuries
  • Lost Limbs / Amputated Fingers
  • Loss of Hearing
  • Offshore Injuries
  • Pain and Suffering
  • PTSD
  • Repetitive Use Injuries
  • Right to Compensation
  • Shoulder Injuries
  • Spinal Cord Injuries
  • Barge Accidents
  • Basket Transfer
  • Boat Accidents
  • Cargo Ship Accidents
  • Chiksan Pipe Accidents
  • Crane Accidents
  • Commercial Fishing Accidents
  • Construction Worker Accidents
  • Offshore Wind Accidents
  • Oil Rig Accidents
  • Ship Steward Injuries
  • Shipyard Accidents
  • Toxic Exposure
  • Tugboat Accidents
  • Unsafe Working Conditions
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Douglas R. Williams: Attorney with BoatLaw, LLP
Douglas R. Williams
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Bellingham, WA , 
Los Angeles, CA , 
Portland, OR , 
San Francisco, CA , 
Seattle, WA
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Maritime Law, Admiralty & Maritime Law, Jones Act Attorneys, Death on the High Seas Act, Immigration and Maritime Litigation, In Rem Claims Against Vessels, Limitation of Liability Act, Longshore and Harbor Worker’s Compensation Act, Marine Insurance Claim, Maintenance & Cure, Marine Salvage Law, Public Vessels Act, Seaman’s Manslaughter Statute, Seaman’s Protection Act, Third Party Negligence Claims, Unseaworthiness, Personal Injury Claims, Assault, Back Injuries, Head Injuries, Medical Negligence, Knee Injuries, Neck Injuries, Lost Limbs / Amputated Fingers, Loss of Hearing, Offshore Injuries, Pain and Suffering, PTSD, Repetitive Use Injuries, Right to Compensation, Shoulder Injuries, Spinal Cord Injuries, Barge Accidents, Basket Transfer, Boat Accidents, Cargo Ship Accidents, Chiksan Pipe Accidents, Crane Accidents, Commercial Fishing Accidents, Construction Worker Accidents, Offshore Wind Accidents, Oil Rig Accidents, Ship Steward Injuries, Shipyard Accidents, Toxic Exposure, Tugboat Accidents, Unsafe Working Conditions View More

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Nicholas Neidzwski
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Bellingham, WA

Personal Injury, Admiralty & Maritime, Personal Injury, Subrogation & Recovery, Commercial Litigation Matters, Product Liability, Insurance Coverage, Bad Faith Claims View More

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