Maritime Litigation Attorney in Los Angeles, Long Beach & Southern California
Jahani Law P.C. represents clients in maritime litigation, shipping disputes, and transportation claims in Long Beach, Los Angeles, and throughout Southern California. Led by an attorney with Master Mariner qualifications and practical maritime experience as a former ship’s officer and Captain, the firm brings a working understanding of the maritime industry to complex legal disputes. Our practice includes cargo loss and damage, bills of lading, charter party disputes, demurrage and detention, marine insurance, salvage, towage, and vessel-related claims. We also handle civil litigation and immigration matters.
Our Story
Real Maritime Insight, Focused Legal Advocacy
Jahani Law P.C. combines maritime industry experience with legal advocacy to help clients navigate complex disputes. Attorney Masoud Jahani is a qualified Master Mariner and former ship’s officer and Captain, bringing practical knowledge of vessel operations, shipping practices, and maritime commerce to his legal work.
The firm represents clients in maritime litigation, cargo claims, shipping and transportation disputes, and related civil litigation. Our approach is grounded in a practical understanding of the industry, careful analysis of the facts, and focused legal representation.
Legal Analysis
We analyze maritime disputes, shipping contracts, cargo claims, and related civil litigation to assess the facts, applicable law, potential liability, and available legal options. Our goal is to help clients understand their position and make informed decisions.
CASE INVESTIGATION
We investigate maritime incidents, cargo losses, shipping disputes, and transportation claims. We review relevant documents, contracts, bills of lading, and available evidence to help establish the facts, assess potential liability, and support an effective legal strategy.
Services and Evaluation
Jahani Law P.C. provides legal representation in maritime litigation, cargo claims, shipping and transportation disputes, and civil litigation. We assess each matter individually, explain the available legal options, and work with clients to develop a practical strategy based on the facts and applicable law.
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Captain Jahani
Former Mariner Turned Trusted Attorney
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Masoud Jahani, Esq.
Maritime Attorney | Master Mariner
Why choose us
Jahani Law P.C. combines legal advocacy with practical maritime industry experience. Attorney Masoud Jahani is a qualified Master Mariner and former ship’s officer and Captain, bringing firsthand knowledge of vessel operations, shipping practices, and maritime commerce to complex legal disputes.
The firm represents clients in maritime litigation, cargo loss and damage claims, shipping and transportation disputes, and related civil litigation. We focus on careful analysis, a clear understanding of the facts, and practical legal strategies tailored to each client’s matter.
Practice Area
Jahani Law P.C. focuses on maritime law, admiralty litigation, cargo claims, and transportation disputes. Drawing on Attorney Masoud Jahani’s experience as a Master Mariner and former ship’s officer and Captain, the firm represents clients in vessel-related injuries, cargo loss and damage, bills of lading disputes, charter party claims, demurrage and detention, marine insurance, salvage, and towage. The firm also handles civil litigation and immigration matters.
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FAQ's
Move to a safe location, call for medical help if needed, report the incident to onboard supervisors, take photos of the scene and injuries, record witness names, and preserve any physical evidence (clothing, PPE, tools).
Yes, notify your employer immediately. If the incident meets legal reporting criteria (serious injury, fatality, major damage, pollution), file or ensure a report to the USCG/NTSB as required.
Yes, seek prompt medical care even for seemingly minor injuries, document treatment, and keep all medical records and bills.
Photograph the scene and injuries, keep clothing/PPE intact, copy vessel logs and incident reports, get written witness statements or contacts, and avoid altering the scene or equipment.
Only if your doctor clears you; returning too soon can affect benefits and future damage claims, consult both your treating physician and an attorney before resuming duties.
Coverage is fact‑specific, you likely qualify if you have a substantial connection to a vessel or fleet and your duties contribute to the vessel’s mission; apply the Chandris two‑part test.