Navigating International Waters: Arresting Ships and Managing Crises on the Seas

Molly Henry represents international ship owners in a practice spanning oil spill response, vessel arrests, cargo disputes, and casualties at sea. She explains how admiralty law—a conglomeration of international treaties and federal common law—treats ships as legal persons that can be arrested and sold to satisfy judgments. Molly describes her crisis management role, boarding vessels to investigate crew deaths and fielding calls at all hours when maritime casualties occur. She reflects on transitioning from task-based associate work to strategic case management, and how an early opportunity to argue before the Ninth Circuit built her confidence. Molly is a graduate of the Ohio State Moritz College of Law. This episode is hosted by Kyle McEntee. Mentioned in this episode: Access LawHub today! Colorado Law School Learn more about Colorado Law Loyola Law School Learn more about Loyola Law School