Kelly M.
Haas
- Position
- Partner
- Office
- Houston
Kelly Haas is a partner in the Maritime Practice Group. She regularly counsels clients on maritime law and offshore energy‑related disputes and issues in state and federal courts along the Gulf Coast.
Kelly represents vessel owners, charters, shipyards, offshore operators, and energy clients regarding collisions, property damage, personal injury, pollution, environmental, cargo, insurance, construction and contract claims related to the Jones Act, the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act, OPA 90, Limitation of Liability, COGSA and the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act.
Kelly’s extensive experience includes conducting investigations, vessel arrest, indemnity demands and administrative proceedings. She guides and counsels clients through all phases of mediation, arbitration, litigation, and appeals.
A recognized leader in the maritime bar, Kelly has served as president of the Galveston County Bar Association and chair of the Southeastern Admiralty Law Institute. She is currently chair of the Houston Marine & Energy Insurance Conference. As noted, she is consistently recognized by industry publications for her excellence in admiralty and maritime dispute resolution.
