Anacortes Maritime Lawyer

Anacortes, WA Maritime Accident & Injury Lawyers

If you suffered a serious injury or your loved one was killed while working on a vessel in Anacortes, Washington, it is in your best interest to retain legal counsel as soon as possible. An experienced maritime lawyer can help you pursue the compensation you need and deserve.

BoatLaw’s experienced maritime lawyers, Doug Williams and Nicholas Neidzwski, are Washington’s top-rated attorneys for those injured on boats or while working offshore or in port.

Our maritime law firm is here to serve you with diligence, compassion, and the expertise required to maximize your injury claim.

BoatLaw is known for:

Decades of success in maritime and boat injury cases
Compassionate, diligent work from lawyers who truly love the maritime industry
Millions recovered for clients in workers compensation, injury, and wrongful death claims
Free, no obligation consultations for maritime injury claims

Call us at 360) 671-6711 for your free case review. You may also contact us online and a member of our legal team will be in touch shortly.

Recent Review
“I was very fortunate to be represented by Boatlaw (formerly Anderson Carey Williams & Neidzwski PLLC). Their team was extremely understanding throughout the entire process, and incredibly kind. They truly go the extra mile for your best interest and care… that’s something that you don’t see everyday. I was lucky to have Nick, Farrell, and Cher working on my side. They are wonderful people and are experts in their field. I wish I would of hired them sooner. However, I was still able to receive excellent care even though some time had passed since the initial injury. I highly recommend them to anyone that needs representation for a Maritime Injury. They have done a wonderful service for me and I can’t thank them enough.”
Verified Review on Google from Jane E.

Let Experienced Maritime Attorneys Handle Your Injury Claim

Notable Case Results & Settlements

$10,000,000 judgment for a harbor worker
$8,000,000 settlement for wrongful death
$3,700,000 judgment against the U.S.
$3,500,000 settlement for a longshoreman
$2,800,000 settlement for a harbor worker
$2,670,000 wrongful death settlement
$2,375,000 for a back injury
$1,200,000 for a fall injury
$950,000 settlement for facial injuries
$1,900,000 for leg injuries
$995,000 settlement for a foot injury
$1,100,000 for repetitive use injuries
$3,000,000 for a traumatic brain injury
$1,300,000 for PTSD
$600,000 for non-surgical back injury case
$1,655,000 for foot injuries
$1,250,000 for a back injury
$2,000,000 for a burn injury
$1,750,000 for a deckhand
$825,000 for a back injury
$1,500,000 for a partial hand amputation
$2,000,000 for a burn injury
$2,400,000 for a mate injured aboard a tanker
$1,000,000 wrongful death settlement
$750,000 policy limit settlement for neck injuries
$2,670,000 wrongful death settlement
$875,000 settlement for facial injuries
$1,400,000 for a fish processor with chronic pain

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Our top-rated law firm litigates maritime claims in Anacortes and every state in Washington. We’ve helped clients reclaim millions in payouts after offshore injuries and boating accidents.

Do not settle for less than what your case is worth. Contact our law firm today.

We Specialize in Offshore Injuries and Marine Insurance Claims

BoatLaw represents all kinds of individuals working in the maritime industry in the Pacific Northwest, including dock and shipyard workers, commercial fishermen, tugboat crew members, ferry workers, barge workers, commercial divers, and more. We handle maritime injury claims including but not limited to:

Back Injuries;
Broken Bones;
Head Injuries;
Knee Injuries;
Lost Limbs / Amputated Fingers;
Neck Injuries;
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD);
Repetitive Use Injuries;
Shoulder Injuries;
Spinal Cord Injury; and
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI).

Common Types of Boat Accident Claims We Handle

Anytime you set foot on a boat, whether you’re a recreational boater or work in the maritime business, there’s a risk of injury. This is especially true for longshore men and seamen who work yearlong in the maritime industry.

Common types of maritime accidents and boating injuries that we specialize in include:

Barge Accidents
Boating Injuries, including banana boats and jet ski accidents
Cruise Ship Injuries, including yacht injuries
Deck Accidents
Ferry Accidents
Oil Rig Accidents
Tugboat Accidents
Tour Boat Accidents
Unsafe Working Conditions
Port Collision Accidents
Accidents Due to Inadequate Training
Dry Dock Accidents
Engine Room Accidents

Anacortes, Washington Admiralty Law Resources

Port of Anacortes — The Port of Anacortes (otherwise known as Cap Sante Marina) is a customs port-of-entry in Anacortes. Visit this website to learn more about its marina, marine terminal, and airport. You can also view shipping schedules, vessel tracking, and other general information.

Port of Anacortes
100 Commercial Ave.
Anacortes, WA 98221
(360) 293-3134

Skagit County Superior Court— Superior Courts in Washington handle civil matters. On this website, you can learn more about the Skagit County Superior Court, which serves Anacortes and many surrounding communities. Read notices, weekly schedules, and local court rules.

Skagit County Superior Court
205 W. Kincaid, Room 202
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 416-1200

Welcome to City of Anacortes, Washington — Visit the city’s website to find information about major projects, municipal code updates, and parks and recreation. You can also find a city government department directory and answers to frequently asked questions. The municipal code for Anacortes can also be found on this website.

City Hall Municipal Building
904 6th St.
Anacortes, WA 98221
(360) 293-1900

Our Experienced Maritime Lawyers

Douglas R. Williams was raised in a military family. After retiring from the armed forces, his father sailed as the chief medical officer with several of the world’s prominent cruise lines, including Holland America Line, Carnival Cruise Line, Disney Cruise Line, and Norwegian Cruise Line. Doug spent a good part of his youth—when not in school—living in crew quarters aboard ships, sailing with his father. These experiences shaped his career by giving him firsthand exposure to the maritime industry from an early age. Read Doug’s lawyer profile.

Nicholas J. Neidzwski is an accomplished trial attorney who handles maritime and personal injury litigation. Nick’s litigation experience includes the successful resolution of various Jones Act, general maritime, and product liability cases on behalf of many different individuals against various companies, including some of the largest maritime corporations in the United States. He has appeared for plaintiffs in state and federal courts throughout Washington, California, Oregon, and Alaska, and has established a reputation as a dedicated advocate for injured individuals and their families. Read Nick’s lawyer profile.

Local Areas We Serve Near Anacortes, WA

BoatLaw represents residents of Anacortes as well as workers injured in or near the city. The city limits of Anacortes fall entirely within the 98221 zip code, but some of the other nearby areas and zip codes we serve include:

Bow: 98232
Burlington: 98233
La Conner: 98257
Mount Vernon: 98273
Oak Harbor: 98277, 98278

Let an Experienced Maritime Injury Law Firm Maximize Your Claim

BoatLaw, LLP is a maritime injury law firm representing injured maritime workers, longshoremen, dock workers, and defense base employees nationwide. We fight for maximum compensation, even if your claim was previously denied. We are located at 1440 10th St Suite 102-C, Bellingham, WA 98225 (open in Google Maps) With decades of success in worker’s compensation, injury, and wrongful death cases, our experienced attorneys are ready to protect your rights. Call (360) 671-6711 today for a FREE, no-obligation consultation, or submit a contact form, and our legal team will reach out to you ASAP.

This article was last updated on July 28, 2025