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Best Lawyers has released the 2019 “Best Law Firms” metropolitan rankings. Crenshaw, Ware & Martin, P.L.C. is proud to announce that the firm received a Tier 1 Metropolitan Ranking in Admiralty & Maritime Law, Construction Law, Eminent Domain/Condemnation Law and Project Finance. The firm also received a Tier 2 Ranking in Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights/Insolvency and Reorganization Law; Commercial Litigation, Litigation-Bankruptcy, Public Finance Law and Real Estate Law. Rankings are based on an evaluation process that includes the collection of client and lawyer evaluations, as well as peer reviews from leading attorneys in their field. Receiving the tier designations reflects a high level of respect the firm has earned within specific practice areas.…

The terms "cybersecurity" and "hacking" have become ubiquitous.  Every few weeks, we hear of another major business that became the latest victim of a hacker. Published in For the Defense, Defense Research Institute (DRI) October 2018 > Full Article…

As Hurricane Florence loomed in the Atlantic on Sept. 11, a group of professionals gathered at the Norfolk Waterside Marriott to discuss a threat of a different sort. By Joy Vann Sep 24, 2018 Updated Oct 1, 2018 Published in Inside Business > Click here to read the full article.…

Crenshaw, Ware & Martin PLC is pleased to announce that the following lawyers have been named to the 25th Edition of Best Lawyers in America. James L. Chapman IV Admiralty and Maritime Law Commercial Litigation Howard W. Martin, Jr Real Estate Law Donald C. Schultz Bankruptcy and Creditor-Debtor Rights/Insolvency and Reorganization Law Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law Litigation-Bankruptcy Ryan Snow Admiralty and Maritime Law Construction Law…

Imagine coming to work and being greeted by a sign on the door instructing you not to turn on your computer because your company’s network has been breached. Published in Inside Business, Expert Column >  Click here to read full article…

The law firm of Crenshaw, Ware & Martin, P.L.C. is pleased to announce that Christine Ganley has joined the firm as an associate attorney practicing with the firm’s litigation team.  She will focus on Admiralty and Maritime Law and Business Disputes.  Christine received her B.A. from Trinity College in Hartford, Connecticut and her J.D. from George Mason University School of Law in Arlington, Virginia.  Following law school she clerked for the Honorable Stephen C. Shannon of the Fairfax County Circuit Court, and practiced as a civil litigation attorney in Fairfax, Virginia before relocating to Norfolk in 2018.…

Stunning Cinematography of Mexico Filmed Entirely Using Drones The video used for this three-minute montage was filmed by Tarsicio Sañudo  using six different DJI drones over a period of several years. The film showcases the many natural and man-made wonders of Mexico. His video won a contest sponsored by AirVūz, a drone video and sharing platform. Enjoy!…

Crenshaw, Ware & Martin, P.L.C. is pleased to announce that the following lawyers have been selected for inclusion in the 2018 list of Virginia Super Lawyers® and Rising Stars.  Through a selection and evaluation process that includes peer nominations, independent research and third-party validation of professional accomplishments, Virginia Super Lawyers® recognizes attorneys who have distinguished themselves in their legal practice. The attorneys recognized in 2018 are: TOP 100 VIRGINIA SUPER LAWYERS Donald C. Schultz VIRGINIA SUPER LAWYERS James L. Chapman, IV – Transportation/Maritime W. Ryan Snow – Business Litigation Steven M. Stancliff – Transportation/Maritime VIRGINIA RISING STARS C. Wiley Grandy – Business Litigation David C. Hartnett – Business Litigation…

Oceans Unmanned Launches freeFLY Drone Program Oceans Unmanned, Inc., in partnership with NOAA Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary (HIHWNMS), with additional support from DJI and DARTdrones, unveiled a new initiative designed to provide aerial support using small drones for large whale entanglement response efforts off of Maui, Hawaii. The freeFLY program provides training, equipment, and management oversight to a network of local, Mauibased volunteer drone operators that are available to support the Hawaiian Islands Entanglement Response Network, led by HIHWNMS. The Network’s goals are to safely free endangered humpback whales and other marine animals from life threatening entanglements, while also gathering valuable information that will reduce entanglement threats in the future. Published by >  click here to read full article.…

VIRGINIA TRIAL LAWYERS ASSOCIATION - 2018 ANNUAL CONVENTION Darius Davenport is one of the scheduled speakers at this year's Annual Convention which is being held in Williamsburg, Virginia from March 22 - 25th. >  2018 Convention Brochure…