Mr. Dennis Michael McElwee
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Mr. Dennis Michael McElwee
Biography
I have handled maritime injury cases for over two decades. I have tried injury cases in courtrooms throughout the United States under the Jones Act, General Maritime Law and seaman’s wage claim law, as well as general personal injury cases. I am an expert on maritime piracy cases and Longshore claims. We accept cases on referral.
Practice Areas
Maritime Law
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Workers' Compensation
Fees
- Free Consultation
- Contingent Fees
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Languages
Professional Experience
Partner Schechter, McElwee,Shaffer& Harris
Year: 1985 - Current
Description:
Professional Associations
Maritime Law Association Member (2009 - Current)
Houston Bar Association Member (2006 - Current)
Southeastern Admiralty Law Institute Member (1996 - Current)
Texas State Bar # 13587820 Member (1986 - Current)
American Association for Justice Member (1986 - Current)
Publications
The Relationship Between Medicare and a Vessel Owner's Duty to Provide Cure SEALI (June, 1996)
Occupational Ilness Cases in a Maritime Context University of Texas (September, 1998)
Awards
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Texas Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers 2011.0
Education
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Rutgers University - Camden B.A. (1980)
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South Texas College of Law J.D.
Year: 1983 - 1986
Websites
https://www.smslegal.com/
Law Firm Website
Schechter, Shaffer & Harris, LLP - Accident & Injury Attorneys
3200 Travis Street, #300, Houston, TX 77006
Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours
(713) 751-0412
Schechter, Shaffer & Harris, LLP - Accident & Injury Attorneys
23227 Red River Dr, #2a, Katy, TX 77494
Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours
Schechter, Shaffer & Harris, LLP - Accident & Injury Attorneys
3222 Burke Rd, Ste 211 F, Pasadena, TX 77504
Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours