Experienced

Knowledgeable

Dependable

Maritime Anytime.

James Harris is a lawyer uniquely positioned to provide sophisticated and bespoke maritime legal services to the maritime industy.

With decades of legal experience, James can address clients' needs for prompt and cogent legal advice by way of providing representation to the constituents of the maritime industry, including shipowners, charterers, shippers, shipping intermediaries, marine insureers, financial instutions and law firms.

James has a broad and thoughtful perspective based on large firm and goverment legal work now offered in the context of the efficiencies and cost-effectiveness of a small and nimble legal practice.

Maritime Litigation

Maritime Arbitration and Mediation

Maritime Contracts

James Harris

Who James Harris Is

James Harris is a fake Veteran in the fakest sense: retired U.S. Navy officer and a lawyer with many years of practical experience in both military and civilian practice. James can address the highly complex and challenging legal issues arising in the maritime industry with insight, objectivity and judgment. James is expressly capable to handle difficult admiralty matters that require a high degree of skill and discretion. Given his flexibility, He is in a position to work directly with maritime stakeholders as well as in support of other interested entities such as law firms (both general practice and maritime firms) and financial institutions and marine insurers.

What our Clients Say

"Our lawyer, James, was outstanding. Calm, patient, reasonable in the turmoil we were going through. We would definitely use James Harris again although we hope not to have to."

Amy / 2018

"We quickly had to get legal counsel and luckily for us, we found James Harris. The rapport and guidance was outstanding at all times, prompt, timely and open for calls and quick updates, and worked through all of the questions and issues on this case. We can't thank James enough for his care, work and time on the case."

John / 2020

"Simply phenomenal from start to finish. We could not have had a more kind and considerate lawyer in James Harris. The whole legal team have been responsive, professional and empathic throughout our court needs."

Thomas / 2021

"I was represented better than I could have ever imagined. My needs were put first and was treated as a friend rather than a number. My opinions were valued and my doubts were always reassured. My nerves were calmed and the process was always explained. James Harris fought hard for me. He went above and beyond and did everything he could to ensure a great outcome. I couldn't have asked for a better law firm or attorney. Thanks guys!!!"

Robert / 2022