Overview
Patrick Brogan brings over 30 years of experience handling maritime cases in courts around the country. Upon graduating from the United States Merchant Marine Academy, Patrick sailed as a Marine Engineer on merchant ships for seven years. After graduating from law school, he served as a lieutenant in the U.S. Navy JAG Corps. Patrick devoted his career to serving owners and operators of vessels and those who work in the maritime industry. He is AV Preeminent® rated by Martindale-Hubbell, has been recognized as Best Lawyer’s “Lawyer of the Year,” and has received numerous other awards in his long career.
Representative Matters
Obtained multiple summary judgments in personal injury matters under 905(b) of the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA)
Obtained favorable resolutions in numerous maritime deaths and injury cases after filing motions for summary judgment
Counseled foreign construction companies on the Jones Act, Passenger Vessels Act and Dredging Act in the use of marine equipment in coastwise trade
Represented local companies in insurance coverage issues
Represented many vessel owners in collision and allisions with other ships, overhead power lines, bridge fender systems, docks and underwater cables
Arrest and attachment of ships and to secure pending lawsuits or foreign arbitration to secure in rem claims
Defended ship operators and crew members in matters brought by U.S. under OPA 90, MARPOL and APPS (including oil spills and by passing of oily water separator cases)
Represented salvors, including treasure salvors, in admiralty proceedings to establish title to items found or salvaged in both territorial waters and the high seas
Recognition & Honors
Honors & Recognitions
Best Lawyers in America, 2008-2026
Virginia Super Lawyers; Law & Politics, 2024
AV Preeminent® Rated; Martindale-Hubbell
Top Lawyers; CoVaBIZ Magazine, 2024-2026
Best Lawyers in America, Lawyer of the Year, 2020
Outstanding Professional Achievement, USMMA Alumni Association, 2019
Press & Publications
News
Community & Professional
Associations
Virginia Maritime Association
Southeast Admiralty Law Institute
Kings Point Alumni Association
William & Mary Alumni Board
Credentials
Education
U.S. Merchant Marine Academy; B.S., 1979
William & Mary Law School; J.D., 1985
