Expert Witness

Our expert witnesses, known for their reliability and trustworthiness, bring specialized knowledge, skills, and experience to your case.

In a field as specialized as maritime law, cases require the best expert witness testimony to unravel the intricacies of each argument and provide clarity on obscure technical matters. At Ocean Ridge Litigation Support, our maritime law expert witnesses bring extensive knowledge and experience in specific maritime and admiralty law activities on the high seas, navigable waters, and adjacent shorelines.

Our team includes:

Maritime law expert witnesses with in-depth knowledge of maritime regulations and laws

Maritime expert witnesses with hands-on experience in maritime operations and safety

Maritime engineer expert witnesses with expertise in vessel design and construction

Offshore expert witnesses with experience in offshore drilling and extraction operations

Maritime chief engineer expert witnesses with experience in vessel operations and management

Offshore drilling expert witnesses with knowledge of drilling and extraction technologies

Jones Act expert witnesses with knowledge of Jones Act regulations and compliance

Why Choose Our Expert Witness Services?

Our company provides expert witness services in maritime law, admiralty law, offshore and offshore drilling, and the Jones Act. Our team of experts has extensive knowledge and experience in these specialized fields, and we are committed to providing objective and authoritative opinions.

At Ocean Ridge Litigation Support, we meticulously verify the specialist expert witnesses best suited for your maritime law case. Ocean Ridge Litigation Support identifies the qualifications and certifications that offer your case the most outstanding integrity and relevance. Then, we ensure that our experts are prepared to provide you with exceptional support throughout the litigation process. Our method ensures critical support where your case needs it, providing you with security and confidence in your arguments.

Our experts receive additional and unique support from our team, which provides extra support and training in superior strategies for experts advising in the court of law. Our experts can support your cases in specific admiralty and maritime law cases surrounding offshore and offshore drilling, maritime engineering, maritime operations & safety, and the Jones Act.

Ocean Ridge Litigation Support: Our Standards Set Us Apart

Whether you require a maritime law expert witness, admiralty law expert witness, or any other specialist, our team is here to help. Our experts are among the best in their field, with additional training and assistance from Ocean Ridge Litigation Support to ensure excellence in making your case. We vet our experts with a thorough investigation of their professional backgrounds and contributions to their specialties and fields. As leaders in their field and with our support, you can count on Ocean Ridge Litigation Support expert witnesses to bring:

Our vital expert witnesses bring relevant educational backgrounds, extensive experience in their field, and a proven track record of success.

Unimpeachable Credentials

Our team understands that witnesses must distill complex concepts into simple, easy-to-understand language for compelling testimony.

Clear and Concise Communication

Our experts are proven in their ability to analyze data, identify patterns, and draw logical conclusions essential for providing credible testimony.

Strong Analytical and Critical Thinking Skills

Our professional expert witnesses remain impartial and unbiased, providing fact-based testimony free from personal opinions or agendas.

Objectivity and Neutrality

We offer confident and articulate expert witnesses who can engage and persuade the judge or jury, helping you to build the strongest case.

Excellent Presentation Skills

Using expert witnesses verified through and supported by Ocean Ridge Litigation Support mitigates the risk of sub-standard reports and testimony. Don't leave the outcome to chance – choose an expert witness who can provide a professionally written, proof-read, and peer-reviewed report for your case.

Beyond our extant expertise, we are deeply connected within our industries through our networks and those of our sister company, Core Group Consulting. We constantly engage with the legal community, the expert witness community and the maritime community to maintain relationships and build new opportunities to provide our expertise to your cases. If you seek a specialized expert witness, contact Ocean Ridge Litigation Support to connect you with your best-case expert.

Maritime Law and Admiralty Law

Ocean Ridge Litigation Support can assist your maritime and admiralty law efforts. We provide critical expert witness support in cases involving:

We have also supported cases involving regulations and standards of BSEE, OSHA, SOLAS, MARAD, MARPOL, ISO, ASTM, IMO, USCG, and more.

  • We offer experts in the navigation and operation of ships, including safety standards, cargo handling, and maritime traffic rules.

  • Experts in commercial shipping-related activities, including contracts of carriage, bills of lading, and maritime liens.

  • Experts in insurance policies that cover maritime risks, such as ship damage, cargo loss, and liability for accidents.

  • Experts in torts, or civil wrongs, that occur at sea, such as collisions, salvage, and general average.

  • Experts in regulations concerning the impact of maritime activities on the environment, including pollution, waste management, and conservation of marine resources.

Offshore and Offshore Drilling

Offshore drilling and extraction are complex operations that require specialized expertise. Our expert witnesses in this field can provide insight into:

  • Drilling and extraction operations

  • Well design and construction

  • Safety procedures and protocols

  • Environmental impact and risk assessment

  • Regulatory compliance and permitting

We also have extensive experience supporting injury, disability, and death cases in cases concerning offshore drilling activities.

The Jones Act

The Jones Act is a federal law that regulates maritime commerce in the United States. It requires all goods transported between U.S. ports to be carried on U.S.-flagged vessels crewed by U.S. citizens.

Our expert witnesses in Jones Act cases bring extensive knowledge across key maritime areas, including vessel operations and management, crew training and certification requirements, maritime safety procedures and protocols, cargo handling and transportation standards, and comprehensive compliance with Jones Act regulations.

We routinely support cases involving all aspects of the Jones Act and its application in various circumstances. Whether your case involves coastwise trade, vessel documentation, or crew requirements, our expert witnesses stand ready to provide authoritative testimony and insights to strengthen your position.

How Our Expert Witnesses Support Maritime Law Cases

Our expert witnesses support maritime law cases by providing objective and authoritative opinions on technical matters. Through comprehensive analysis and testimony, we help legal teams strengthen their positions across all aspects of maritime litigation.

Our expert witness services enhance your case by clarifying complex technical issues for courts and juries, establishing clear lines of causation and liability, providing detailed assessment of damages and losses, evaluating regulatory compliance across maritime operations, and informing settlement negotiations and trial strategy development.

When you partner with our expert witnesses, you gain access to deep maritime industry expertise that can make the difference in your case outcome. We bring the highest standards of professionalism and technical knowledge to every engagement, helping you confidently navigate complex maritime and admiralty law cases.

Contact Us

Let us help you build a stronger maritime law case. Our team specializes in expert witness services across maritime law, admiralty law, offshore operations, offshore drilling, and Jones Act cases. We're ready to assist you in navigating these specialized fields with confidence.

Contact us today:

Phone: 832-233-8563

Email: Gerry@OceanRidgeTeam.com