Hickey Law Firm Accident and Injury Trial Lawyers is a premier Miami-based legal practice specializing in personal injury, maritime law, and catastrophic injury cases. The firm stands out for its deep expertise in admiralty and maritime law, with founder John H. (Jack) Hickey being triple board-certified in Civil Trial Law, Admiralty & Maritime Law, and as a Trial Advocate by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. Recognized by Best Lawyers in America in three practice areas, the firm is known for its formidable track record in high-stakes litigation against major corporations and cruise lines.
With over 70 years of combined experience, the firm adopts a highly specialized, team-based approach—assigning two attorneys and two paralegals to each client—ensuring personalized and aggressive representation. Hickey Law Firm primarily represents individuals and families who have suffered life-changing injuries or wrongful death, with a particular emphasis on maritime incidents, cruise ship accidents, and complex personal injury claims. The firm’s unique value proposition is rooted in Jack Hickey’s former role as a defense attorney for cruise lines, providing insider knowledge of corporate tactics and operations.
Services Offered
- Personal Injury
- Admiralty and Maritime Law
- Cruise Ship Accidents
- Boat Accidents
- Jet Ski and Watercraft Accidents
- Car Accidents
- Truck Accidents
- Motorcycle Accidents
- Bus Accidents
- Bicycle Accidents
- Pedestrian Accidents
- Uber and Lyft (Rideshare) Accidents
- Aviation Accidents
- Train and MetroRail Accidents
- Wrongful Death
- Medical Malpractice (including on ships)
- Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect
- Premises Liability (Slip and Fall, Negligent Security)
- Product Liability
- Brain Injury
- Spinal Cord Injury
- Burn Injury
- Drowning Accidents
- Sexual Assault and Abuse (including on cruise ships)
- Elder Law
- Traumatic Brain Injuries
- Orthopedic Injuries
The firm serves clients throughout Florida and nationwide, with particular focus on maritime and cruise injury cases filed in key jurisdictions including Miami, Fort Lauderdale, California, and Washington. Languages spoken include English, Spanish, Portuguese, and French. Hickey Law Firm has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for clients and is consistently recognized by industry awards such as Top 100 National Trial Lawyers and an AV Rating.
