Grady S. Hurley, a partner in the firm's Admiralty & Maritime Practice Group in the New Orleans office, has received his arbitration certification from the American Arbitration Association. The American Arbitration Association (AAA) is a not-for-profit organization with offices throughout the U.S. AAA has a long history and experience in the field of alternative dispute resolution, providing services to individuals and organizations who wish to resolve conflicts out of court.

Mr. Hurley is also a certified mediator focused on maritime, offshore industry, and energy disputes.