Maritime Law Association

"Since 1899, The Maritime Law Association of the United States has worked to promote uniformity in maritime law domestically and internationally. Our Association is a forum for discussion and thought leadership through our Standing Committee structure. General membership meetings are held each Spring in New York and each Fall in a selected location. Please consider joining and participating in our Association. Our new website provides general public information and serves as a portal for our membership and committees."

- Grady Hurley, President

About the MLA

The objectives of the Association shall be to advance reforms in the Maritime Law of the United States, to facilitate justice in its administration, to promote uniformity in its enactment and interpretation, to furnish a forum for the discussion and consideration of problems affecting the Maritime Law and its administration, to participate as a constituent member of the Comité Maritime International and as an affiliated organization of the American Bar Association, and to act with other associations in efforts to bring about a greater harmony in the shipping laws, regulations and practices of different nations.

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Founded in 1899, the Maritime Law Association of the United States is the oldest and most recognized maritime legal organization in the United States, furthering the understanding and advancement of maritime law among lawyers, scholars, and maritime industries. You can join the MLA as an Associate Lawyer Member, Judicial Member, Academic Member or Law Student Member depending on your status. The MLA Officers and Directors consider membership applications four times a year at the Board of Directors meeting. We encourage to click the link below and join today!