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Biography
Masoud Jahani, Esq. is a California attorney and Master Mariner with over 30 years of experience in the maritime industry, including service as a vessel captain and officer. He brings extensive practical knowledge of vessel operations, marine transportation, cargo, and maritime safety to his legal practice.
Mr. Jahani represents shipowners, vessel operators, NVOCCs, freight forwarders, carriers, shippers, cargo interests, and individuals in maritime and transportation matters, including cargo loss and damage, bills of lading, COGSA, carrier liability, demurrage and detention, charter parties, marine insurance disputes, and maritime personal injury claims.
Maritime Attorney & Master Mariner | 30+ Years of Maritime Industry Experience
Master Mariner & Maritime Attorney | Cargo Claims, NVOCC & Carrier Liability, COGSA, Charter Parties & Maritime Injury, Litigation
California Civil & Commercial Litigation Attorney | Maritime & Transportation Disputes, Cargo Claims, Contract Disputes, Carrier Liability & Complex Litigation.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Admiralty and Maritime
65%
9 years | 25 cases
Litigation
35%
9 years | 45 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in California for 9 years
State: California
Acquired: 2017
No misconduct found
Location
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Posted by Arash | August 21, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Satisfaction
I had a very positive experience with Jahani Law Firm. Dr. Masoud Jahani was an outstanding attorney. He listened carefully, stayed calm and respectful, and clearly knew what he was doing. He doesn’t take cases unless he believes he can achieve good results, and that showed throughout my case. I als...
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Replied last August 24, 2026Many thank Mr. Ahanchi, really appreciate it, its been great working with you
Posted by anonymous | July 30, 2026 | Hired Attorney
5 star legal service
I highly recommend Dr. Jahani for civil litigation and contract matters. He is knowledgeable, strategic, responsive, and genuinely advocates for his clients. He takes the time to explain the legal process, communicates clearly, and approaches every issue with professionalism and integrity. It has bee...
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Replied last July 31, 2026Many thanks, happy to work with you, its a pleasure to have you as client.
Posted by JEFF | July 30, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Excellent working partner to have!
We have hired the same team for our 2nd case, response always timely and effective! I am confident the case should be resolved very soon!
Masoud Jahani
Replied last August 24, 2026Many thanks Jeff, it's been great working with you, we keep following for the success of your second case. thanks again
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Experience
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Managing Partner, Jahani Law P.C
2004 - 2018
Marine Safety Inspector, Transport Canada Marine Safety and Security
Associations
2020 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationMember
2018 - Present
United States Maritime Lawyers AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
MSIG Mingtai Insurance Co., Ltd. v. In-Depth Transportation Inc.
Default judgment against defendant for $691,735.00
Education
2014
Santa Barbara COL
Juris Doctor
2005
Univ of London
LL.B - Bachelor of Laws
1986
University of Strathclyde
Higher National Diploma in Nautical Science
Languages
English
Farsi