Meet Lambert Zainey’s Experienced New Orleans Maritime Attorneys

Navigating the complexities of maritime law requires specialized knowledge and proven experience. Accidents offshore, on rivers, or in ports fall under unique federal and state laws distinct from typical personal injury cases. At Lambert Zainey, we have assembled a dedicated team of attorneys with deep experience litigating complex maritime injury claims in New Orleans, throughout Louisiana, and across the Gulf Coast.

Our maritime attorneys understand the dangerous realities faced by seamen, longshoremen, platform workers, and other maritime personnel. We combine decades of legal experience with a thorough understanding of the maritime industry to fight effectively for the rights and recovery of injured workers and their families. Meet the lawyers leading our maritime practice:

Our Maritime Law Team

HUGH P. “SKIP”
LAMBERT

Partner

As a founding partner, Hugh P. Lambert brings decades of high-stakes litigation experience to complex maritime injury cases. He has a distinguished record handling challenging claims involving offshore accidents, vessel collisions, and Jones Act matters, leveraging his deep understanding of both legal strategy and the maritime industry to achieve significant results for clients.

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Jacki
Smith

Partner

Jacki Smith dedicates a significant portion of her practice to admiralty and maritime law, fiercely advocating for injured workers. Her experience encompasses Jones Act claims, LHWCA cases, offshore platform injuries, and vessel accidents, where she applies meticulous preparation and strong litigation skills to protect her clients’ rights.

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Jay Christopher Zainey Jr. Top 100 Civil Plaintiff Trial Lawyers

J. CHRISTOPHER
ZAINEY, JR.

Partner

Jay Zainey Jr. represents individuals in challenging maritime and admiralty litigation. He handles Jones Act claims for injured seamen, cases arising from offshore accidents governed by OCSLA, and other maritime personal injury matters, focusing on achieving favorable outcomes through dedicated advocacy.

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Dedicated Advocacy for Injured Maritime Workers

Our maritime attorneys work collaboratively, pooling their knowledge and resources to tackle the unique challenges presented by Jones Act litigation, LHWCA claims, OCSLA jurisdictional issues, unseaworthiness cases, and accidents involving offshore platforms, rigs, vessels, and helicopters. We are committed to:

Thoroughly investigating the cause of maritime accidents.
Understanding the specific laws applicable to each unique situation.
Aggressively pursuing maximum compensation for injuries and losses.
Providing compassionate and clear communication to our clients throughout the process.

Put Our Maritime Experience to Work for You

If you have suffered an injury in a maritime setting, trust your case to a team with proven experience in this specialized field. Contact Lambert Zainey’s New Orleans maritime attorneys today for a free and confidential evaluation of your claim.