Yes you can record a maritime lien on a documented vessel. The US is a bit unique in that most registries allow only mortgages to be recorded...

Do I need an insurance attorney?

You should immediately report to your own insurer and let them take the lead in arranging surveyors, investigators and liaising with the...

We sold a boat to a family member. We said he could keep it here at our house until May, this was in dec. while May came on went

Is he paying the $125 per month? If so, you may be bound to an oral contract for the dockage at the particular rate. If he is not paying you...

"Jones Act' The use of foreign owned or foreign built yachts in a commercial application is strictly prohibited

Foreign Flagged and Foreign Owned Vessels can charter in U.S. waters but only under certain circumstances. There are a host of considerations for...

Need a maryland lawyer opoin about work done on our own boat

It is a bit difficult to understand your scenario but it seems you are a vessel owner who sustained damage due to a fire. You submitted an...