Lateral Offshore Energy and Maritime Attorney

A law firm in New Orleans is seeking a Lateral Offshore Energy and Maritime Attorney with 5-10 years of experience to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in representing companies in offshore contract disputes and litigation involving maritime matters, including USCG investigations and Jones Act claims.

Key Responsibilities:

• Independently manage a caseload from beginning to end, including maritime disputes, personal injury claims, property damage, and environmental issues.
• Regularly handle court appearances, depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
• Lead client communication and provide updates on case developments.
• Advise clients on complex maritime and energy-related legal matters, including operations, shipping regulations, marine insurance, and environmental regulations.
• Represent clients in various legal proceedings advocating for their interests in maritime and civil litigation matters.
• Handle claims under General Maritime Law and the Jones Act.

Requirements:

• 5-10 years of experience in offshore energy and maritime law.
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active State Bar license (Louisiana preferred; attorneys licensed outside of Louisiana willing to relocate are encouraged to apply).
• Strong academic credentials and a track record of high achievement.
• Excellent research, writing, communication, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active State Bar license (Louisiana preferred).

Skills:

• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and advocacy abilities.
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload effectively.
• Experience with maritime disputes, including USCG investigations and Jones Act claims.
• Familiarity with maritime operations, shipping regulations, and marine insurance.

Location:

• New Orleans

Experience:

• 5-10 years of experience in offshore contract disputes and maritime litigation.

Benefits: The firm offers a people-driven culture, meaningful work, a well-defined path to partnership, highly competitive salaries, generous paid time off, and an extensive benefits package including health, life, disability, dental, vision coverage, and 401(k) contributions.

For more than three decades this law firm has provided lasting services to their clients. Their areas of practice include antitrust, appeals, banking litigation, causality litigation, construction, energy, federal tax, health law, toxic tort litigation, and workers' compensation defense. The firm is located in Louisiana.