What is a Board Certified maritime attorney?

A: It means the attorney has been officially recognized by a sanctioning body as a specialist in the field. For example, in Texas the State Board of Legal Specialization issues the Board Certification for extensive experience in admiralty or maritime cases that went to a jury verdict. The attorney must demonstrate evidentiary and procedural knowledge through strict qualification and testing requirements.  He or she must have practiced law over five years, three of which must be in personal injury trial law. At least 25% of their time must focus on personal injury trial law. A day-long written exam is required and there is an evaluation by judges and other lawyers. Certification must be renewed every five years through continuing education and peer review. In Texas less than 2% of attorneys are, like Brian Beckcom, Board Certified.