The Law Office of Samuel C Higginbottom is a specialized legal practice dedicated to admiralty and maritime law, serving clients throughout the Tampa Bay area and Florida. Founded by an attorney with a unique background as a licensed marine engineer and U.S. Navy Reserve officer, the firm stands out for its deep, firsthand understanding of the maritime industry and the legal challenges that arise on the water.
Leveraging over a decade of experience at large Tampa law firms, Samuel C. Higginbottom offers a practical, industry-savvy approach to legal counsel and litigation. The practice is particularly focused on assisting individuals, small businesses, and marine industry professionals—such as vessel owners, marine contractors, and waterfront property owners—who depend on Florida’s waterways for their livelihood and recreation.
Services Offered
- Admiralty & Maritime Law
- Maritime Litigation
- Marine, Yacht, and Boat Insurance Disputes
- Vessel Charters and Bareboat Charters
- Vessel Sales & Transactions Disputes
- Vessel Repair and Warranty Disputes
- Marina Liens
- Collisions & Property Damage
- Cargo Loss & Damage
- Maritime Liens
- Salvage & Towage
- Limitation of Liability
- Maritime Injury Claims
- Jones Act Seaman Claims
- Maintenance & Cure Claims
- S&R Hearing Defense
- Marine Construction Law
- Riparian and Littoral Rights
- Waterfront Property Land Use
- HOA Disputes
- Condo Disputes
- Construction Liens
- Mechanic Liens
- Construction Defects
- Land Use Disputes
- Real Estate Contract Disputes
- Maritime Business Counsel
- Civil Litigation
- General Counsel Services
- Contract Review, Preparation, and Negotiation
- Business Formation
- Business Dissolution
- Ownership Disputes
- Online Reputation Defense
- Contractor/Employee Relations
- Cease and Desist Letters
- NDA Enforcement Disputes
- Non-Compete Disputes
- Business Related Insurance Claims and Disputes
The firm is admitted to practice in Florida and the District of Columbia, as well as the U.S. District Courts for the Middle and Southern Districts of Florida. Actively involved in the maritime legal community, Attorney Higginbottom holds memberships in the Maritime Law Association of the United States, the Southeastern Admiralty Law Institute, and local chambers of commerce.
