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Experience:
Mr. Fernandez graduated from the United States Merchant Marine Academy in 1981 with a bachelor's degree in nautical science. He holds a U.S. Coast Guard Unlimited Master's license and prior to attending law school sailed for seven years as a deck officer with various U.S. flag carriers. Mr. Fernandez has acquired considerable experience in major cargo casualty cases, including loss of containers overboard and damages sustained as a result of fires or explosions emanating from hazardous cargoes. His areas of expertise include cargo loss and damage, charter party disputes, collisions and commercial litigation.
Education:
United States Merchant Marine Academy, B.S., 1981
Rutgers Law School, J.D., 1990
Bar Admissions:
New York
New Jersey
Other Court Admissions:
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second and Third Circuits
U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Professional Affiliations:
New York State Bar Association
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