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Brais & Associates, P.A.
Attorneys at Law 

New World Tower
100 N. Biscayne Blvd.
Suite 800
Miami, Florida  33132
Telephone: 305-416-2901
Toll Free:  800-499-0551
Facsimile: 305-416-2902
E-mail: info@braislaw.com


KEITH S. BRAIS
Managing Shareholder

 “It’s only through a comprehensive understanding of Maritime and Admiralty Law that we are able to deliver thorough, responsive and efficient action on behalf of our clients.” 

Having graduated as an engineer from Massachusetts Maritime Academy and sailed for more than seven years, Keith Brais lends an uncommon perspective to clients of Brais & Associates, P.A.  His unique maritime education and practical work experience have proven to be an invaluable combination in defending ship and yacht owners. 

DEFENSE TRIAL EXPERIENCE INCLUDES:

     Seaman and Passenger Claims
     LHWCA Claims
     Marine Products Liability
     Diving Accidents and Tour Boat Operator Claims
     Collision/Allision Claims
     Fire Damage to Yacht
     Yacht Owners’ Third-Party Defense
     Maritime Lien and Ship’s Mortgage Enforcement
     Rule B, C, and D in rem Claims 

After acquiring sufficient seatime, Keith upgraded his U.S. Coast Guard 3rd Engineer’s License (Steam and Diesel Propulsion, Unlimited Horsepower) to a 2nd Engineer’s License (Diesel and Electric Propulsion, Unlimited Horsepower).  Keith is one of a very specialized group of lawyers in the state of Florida that is Board Certified in Maritime and Admiralty Law by the Florida Bar.  Additionally, he holds an “AV” rating from Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory, the highest rating attainable.  

Education

      New England School of Law-J.D., 1990

    Massachusetts Maritime Academy-B.S., Marine Engineering, 1981

 

Court Admissions

        Florida State Court

      Eleventh Circuit

      Middle & Southern Districts of Florida

 

Presentations  

      Plowing Your Way into Environmental Liabilities in South Florida

           - Ft. Lauderdale Mariner’s Club Marine Insurance Seminar (2006)

 

      Ship’s Medical Negligence: Respondeat Superior of Strict Liability?

          - International Council of Cruise Lines Legal & Insurance Seminar (2006)

 

      The Shiponwers Limitation of Liability Act: Pitfalls for the Unwary

          - Southeastern Admiralty Law Institute Seminar (2006)

 

     To Deny Coverage or Not Deny Coverage: Questions Underwriters Must Ask When

     Deciding to Accept a Marine Claim

          - Ft. Lauderdale Mariner’s Club Marine Insurance Seminar (2002)

 

Professional Memberships & Activities

     Admiralty Law Committee of the Florida Bar-Member

     Maritime Law Association of the United States-Proctor Member

          (Cruise Line and Passenger Ships Committee)

     Southeastern Admiralty Law Institute-Member

     Ft. Lauderdale Mariner’s Club-Member

     Propeller Club of the United States (Port of Miami)-Member

 
       

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