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ATTORNEY
SAMUEL C HIGGINBOTTOM

Helping clients navigate their Maritime, Property, & Small Business legal needs 

PRACTICE AREAS

PRACTICE
AREAS

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Maritime Litigation, Marine, Yacht, Boat Insurance, Vessel Charters, Bareboat Charters, Vessel Sales & Transactions Disputes, Vessel Repair and Warranty Disputes, Marina Liens, Marine Construction, Collisions & Property Damage, Cargo Loss & Damage, Maritime Liens, Salvage & Towage, Limitation of Liability, Maritime Injury, Jones Act Seaman Claims, Maintenance & Cure Claim, S&R Hearing Defense

Riparian and Littoral Rights, Waterfront Property Land Use, HOA Disputes, Condo Disputes, Construction Liens, Mechanic Liens, Landlord/Tenant Disputes, Evictions, Commercial Lease Disputes, Construction Defects, Land Use Disputes, Real Estate Contract Disputes 

Civil Litigation, General Counsel, Contract Review, Preparation, and Negotiation, Business Formation, Business Dissolution, Ownership Disputes, Online Reputation Defense, Worthless Check Recovery, Contractor/Employee Relations, Cease and Desist Letters, NDA Enforcement Disputes, Non-Compete Disputes,  Business Related Insurance Claims and Disputes

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ATTORNEYS

SAMUEL C. HIGGINBOTTOM

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While growing up, I had the pleasure of spending many summers in Florida where I developed an appreciation for boating Florida's waterways.  These positive experiences influenced my decision to attend the United States Merchant Marine Academy, a federal service academy.  While at the Academy, I had the opportunity to work on container ships, boom ships, and a LASH ship. Upon graduating and receiving a USCG license, I gained valuable experience working as a marine engineer aboard research vessels, ATBs and tugboats.  I also had the privilege to serve as an officer in the US Navy Reserve.

After a few years working on the water, I pursued a legal education from The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law.  Upon graduating and passing the bar, I started practicing Maritime and Admiralty Law at a Florida law firm.  After a few years, I transitioned my practice to a national firm to gain experience in additional areas of litigation. 

With over a decade of experience working at large law firms in the Tampa area, I have handled large and small cases involving a variety of legal issues.  I look forward to providing individuals and small businesses, which appreciate and depend on the waterways of Tampa Bay, and Florida, the benefits of my experience.

 

Contact me to discuss how I might help you address your legal issues.  

Education:

United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA), BS in Marine Engineering

The Catholic University of America, 
The Columbus School of Law, JD 

Memberships:

USMMA Alumni Association, Tampa Chapter- past President

Maritime Law Association of the United States (MLAUS)

Southeastern Admiralty Law Institute (SEALI)

Tampa Bay Mariners Club- Skipper 2023

The Florida Bar - Admiralty Law Committee

Propeller Club - Port of Tampa

Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce

Valrico FishHawk Chamber of Commerce

Bar Admissions:

Florida

District of Columbia

U.S. District Court Middle District of Florida

U.S. District Court Southern District of Florida

CONTACT
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Contact info:

Office: Riverview, Florida

Mail: 10312 Bloomingdale Ave Ste 108-315,
Riverview, FL 33578

(813) 825 -1267

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