Who practices Oregon maritime law and what is it? For those who need a better understanding of these two parts of Oregon maritime law, this article is for you.
Many lawyers who practice Oregon maritime law have had experience in this area of the law before they were even admitted to the bar. Hands-on experience is valuable and is an opportunity provided by the Office of Aviation and Admiralty Litigation in the Torts Branch of the U.S. Department of Justice's Civil Division. There are paid summer internships that are open to students who are entering their last year of law school. Also available are unpaid internships for law students who are in any phase of their education.
Lawyers who practice Oregon maritime law are proud of the ancient heritage of this legal profession. They also appreciate the civility this area of the law provides. Maritime attorneys have often taken many skills courses which include those that stress negotiation and settlement techniques. Most are also quite experienced in deposing expert witnesses and presenting expert testimony at trials.
Oregon maritime law continues to change as needed. Because of the way that goods from overseas are shipped, the law has been changing to keep up. There are all kinds of new legal challenges because of the "intermodal" transport system of shipping cargo. An "intermodal" system is one where the goods are first on a ship and then on a rail car and then carried in the back of a semi.
Oregon maritime law is rich in the ancient codes that govern the seas. It is also changing with the times.
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