Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata & Siegel Personal Injury Lawyers
“Siegel and his legal team—which included Tira Barnes—have made sure they were up to date on all the facts and would provide us with the best result.”
Best Maritime Lawyers in Washington, DC
24 firms listed · all 24 in Washington · 6 open 24/7 · 6 open weekends · 19 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 19, 2026
National Security Law Firm
“Brett O'Brien is a detail-oriented and highly knowledgeable security clearance lawyer to whom I have referred multiple clients.”
The Lapidus Law Firm
“I have recommended them to friends and family because they are professional, knowledgeable about the law and they get the best results.”
Koonz McKenney Johnson & Depaolis
“I would HIGHLY recommend this law firm to anyone and everyone needing help with their personal injury and/or worker's comp case.”
Mesirow & Associates
“I am absolutely certain that the positive outcome of my dispute and resulting compensation were the result of his knowledge and dedication.”
Zukerberg & Halperin
“Unlike many other lawyers Paul is empathic and truly cares about his clients.”
The 24 firms listed for Washington, DC take admiralty and maritime matters for crew, passengers and cargo interests. What each states about vessel and offshore work comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Washington, DC
All 24 firms we list here are in Washington itself. We have 25 firms in Washington on file; this page shows the highest-rated 24. The firms on this page are rated from 4.0 to 5.0 across 777 reviews; 5 have 50 or more reviews and 19 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (96%), responsiveness (83%) and quality (79%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "results", "communication" and "knowledge". 6 are open around the clock and 6 are open on weekends. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are bicycle accidents (2), medical malpractice (2), pedestrian accidents (2), personal injury (2) and wrongful death (2). 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 18 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 37 years. 6 offer urgent consultations; 6 offer a free initial consultation and 1 lists coupons or special offers. We count these figures across the firms on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.
Which maritime firms listed for Washington set out their practice online?
A website is on file for all 24 maritime firms here. Most say whether they act for injured crew and passengers or for owners, charterers and insurers. Those are opposite ends of the same field, and the site usually makes it obvious which end a firm works.
The Washington Law Firm
“They will go to bat for you, whether it's in answering a late night call or being unwavering in relaying your needs to opposing counsel.”
Frederick J. Brynn
“Ms Laverne was one of the first people i saw and she made my mum and i feel comfortable , as this was a few days after the accident, she asked how i was doing and left a lasting warm impression on my mum and I.”
Ofac Sanctions Lawyers - Zarkesh Law Firm
“Mohsen Farshneshani was tremendously helpful in answering my questions during my initial case evaluation.”
Hogan Lovells
“These offices are nice and the lawyers are very knowledgeable”
Bernard F. Crane, Attorney
“Someone who will make it seem like you are his only client and will not give up until the job is done.”
Kohn Kohn & Colapinto
“They have had wins for the biggest whistleblowers, who command the press, and the whistleblower who does not make it into the news.”
Rosten Law
“Keith provided both sound legal counsel and helpful business direction, helping me navigate both government regulation and private industry agreements.”
RJB Law
“His expertise and guidance was invaluable and I also appreciated his demeanor.”
Eubanks & Associates
“Additionally, Bill and his firm's strong commitment to public interest work and non-profit clients shines through in their work, as they bring a sincere enthusiasm and passion in vigorously advancing their clients' conservation and environmental interests and missions.”
Williams & Connolly
“W & C is the "go to" firm when the house is on fire!”
Law Offices of Gregory S
“Amazing level of commitment for client, Greg was always available and worked meticulously to represent me and did his best getting favorable judgement for me.”
Wright & Talisman
Zuckerman Spaeder
White & Case
“The staff is very friendly, the entrance is a little complicated when you go for the first time.”
Gilbert
Kiernan Trebach
HWG
“They were really nice to me”
Eisen & Rome
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