El Faro Maritime Lawyers

El Faro Accident Attorneys

Currently Representing More U.S. El Faro Families Than Any Other Law Firm

At Arnold & Itkin, our hearts go out to the families who have suffered in the wake of the tragic El Faro accident. If you have lost someone that you love in that offshore accident, you should not hesitate to reach out to our law firm as soon as possible. We are proven maritime accident attorneys who have won billions of dollars on behalf of our clients. This has included cases that set both state and national records, such as a $117 million verdict for an injured woman that was the largest single-event personal injury verdict in Louisiana history.

We Represented Nearly 1/3 of the Deepwater Horizon Crew

Our team represented more member of the Deepwater Horizon than any other firm in the nation. Following the explosion in 2010, we helped nearly one third of the crew and were able to successfully resolve their cases—ensuring that they would receive the help they need to be taken care of for life.

If you want to know about us, all you need to do is listen to what those clients have to say:

  • “I’ve seen guys win cases, lose cases…I could tell he was a lawyer who knew what he was doing.”
  • “They cared about the things that were going on with me.”
  • “I couldn’t have asked for better lawyers or a better law firm.”

Deepwater Horizon Client Experience

Lawyers You Can Trust with a Track Record That Backs It Up

There are few law firms that have the depth of skill and scope of experience of Arnold & Itkin LLP:

  • We have won billions of dollars in verdicts and settlements.
  • We have won cases in more than 40 different states.
  • Our case results have set both state and national records.
  • We were named in the list for The Best Lawyers in America® for Admiralty and Maritime Law.
  • We were selected in the 2015 list of America’s Elite Trial Lawyers.
  • We are consistently selected for Super Lawyers® and Super Lawyers® Rising Stars℠ lists.
  • With contingency fees, you never have to pay us a dime unless we recover for you.
  • We offer completely free, confidential, and no-obligation case evaluations.

El Faro Maritime Attorneys

Information Center

El Faro News & Updates

  • June 23 2021

    Are Companies Liable After Failing to Maintain Vessels?

  • May 21 2021

    Are Offshore Companies Required to Protect Their Workers from Storms?

  • January 20 2017

    Arnold & Itkin Clients Still Stand Against Tote Maritime

What is it Like To Work With Arnold & Itkin

Arnold & Itkin represented nearly a third of the crewmembers injured in the Deepwater Horizon explosion.

I encountered professionalism, understanding, compassion… lot of compassion. They really felt for what me and my wife were going through.
~ Deepwater Horizon Crew Member

Work with a lawyer who truly understands Maritime Law.

Because maritime law is so complex and so complicated, it is crucial that you work with an attorney who has an in-depth understanding of how it works and who has proven themselves in similar cases before.

Related Maritime Videos
  • Our founding partners have worked together for more than a decade.

  • To us, being a lawyer means more than just handling paperwork.

  • We know this a difficult time. Let us help.

  • Our firm isn’t afraid to take on the largest companies.

  • In a day and age where most lawyers do everything they can to avoid court, we are proven trial attorneys. We have a reputation for taking our cases to trial when necessary, which means our clients have a better chance of achieving the outcome they deserve.

  • Your choice in lawyer is potentially one of the most important decisions that you will make following a serious maritime accident. Make sure it is the right choice. Hire an attorney who has the experience to represent you well and the commitment to investing in your best interests—someone who you can trust.

Discuss Your Legal Rights & Options

Free Case Evaluation

  • Please enter your first name.
  • Please enter your last name.
  • Please enter your email address.
  • Please enter your phone number.
  • Please make a selection.