Legal Services for Atlantic Ocean Waterfront Property Owners
The Atlantic Ocean is the second-largest of the world's oceans. It connects North America to Europe and Africa. For this reason it is a vital pathway for international shipping and commerce. It is also an abundant source of food which supports Virginia's multi-million dollar aquaculture industry, and a recreation area for beachgoers and oceanfront property owners.
Our team's extensive knowledge of waterfront (riparian) property rights law, maritime and admiralty law, and environmental law has helped clients all across Virginia.
Examples of Our Work on the Atlantic Ocean
Represented Homeowners In Sandbridge Beach To Help Make Common Sense Changes In Sand Dune Laws
Our experienced attorneys represented homeowners in Sandbridge Beach whose properties were being swallowed by encroaching sand dunes. Our efforts convinced local authorities to make common sense changes in the law resulting in revised environmental regulations which protect the rights of beachfront homeowners while still preserving the natural beauty of the dunes. Ultimately defusing prosecutions brought under the Coastal Primary Sand Dunes and Beaches Act (this statute prohibits any disturbance of a primary sand dune without a permit; violation is a Class 1 misdemeanor, and can result in a civil penalty up to $25,000 for each day of violation).
Do you own waterfront property in Virginia with sand dunes?
Schedule Your Consultation NowTitanic Salvage Proceedings
Salvage proceedings involving the RMS TITANIC, the ship that went down after hitting an iceberg in 1912 on its maiden voyage from Southampton, England to New York, New York.
Increased Catch Limits For Commercial Fishing
Assisting commercial fishing entities in multiple commercial fishing quota actions against the National Marine Fisheries Service, resulting in increased catch limits.
Are you a commercial fisherman looking for legal services in Virginia?
Schedule Your Consultation NowAssisted Commercial Fishing Fleet Retain Scallop Permit
Successfully assisted a commercial fishing fleet owner in retaining a federal scallop permit, valued in excess of $500,000.00, against challenge brought by a commercial competitor.
Does your Commercial Fishing Fleet need help with scallop permits?
Schedule Your Consultation NowNegotiated Long-haul Towage Contract For Shipyards
Contract negotiations for shipyards — including a long-haul towage contract for a large dry dock traversing the Mississippi River, Gulf of Mexico, and the Atlantic Ocean off the eastern seaboard.
Do you need help with contract negotiations for shipyards?
Schedule Your Consultation NowDefending Jones Act Claims For Personal Injuries
Representing several commercial fishing fleet owners defending Jones Act claims for personal injuries brought by vessel crew members.
Do you need legal guidance for the Jones Act?
Schedule Your Consultation NowWe Protect Your Waterfront Property, Maritime, and Environmental Rights
These represent just a few of the many instances in which Jim and his team have assisted clients on or near Virginia's waterways. If you have a legal issue pertaining to any Virginia waterway, we're here to help.
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We work in one of the longest and most diverse coastlines in the world — 7,213 miles. Click below to see examples of our work in other Virginia waterways.
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