Brendhan Thompson

 
 

Of Counsel

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Maritime Litigator | Proctor in Admiralty | Licensed USCG Captain

Current Role & Practice

Brendhan serves as Of Counsel to Link Martyn PLLC, where he provides litigation and advisory support across the full spectrum of admiralty and maritime law. He represents domestic and international shipowners, oil and gas companies, and maritime service providers in disputes ranging from collisions and personal injury claims to vessel arrests, charter party disputes, and limitation of liability actions.

Known for his practical, hands‑on approach, Brendhan guides clients through every phase of litigation — from immediate post‑casualty response through discovery, trial, and appeal.

Expertise Snapshot

  • Maritime collisions and allisions

  • Personal injury and death claims (including Jones Act defense)

  • Vessel arrest, seizure, and attachment

  • Limitation of liability actions

  • Charter party drafting, compliance, and disputes

  • Property damage and vessel construction matters

  • Marine insurance and regulatory issues

Professional Background

  • Of Counsel, Link Martyn PLLC (2023–present) – Litigation and advisory support for maritime clients.

  • Of Counsel, Hines & Gilsenan LLC (2022–present) – Representing clients in limitation of liability, Jones Act defense, and marine insurance disputes.

  • Associate Attorney, Bland & Partners PLLC (2008–2015) – Represented shipowners and oil and gas companies in litigation, strategy, and contractual matters; engaged in all phases of litigation from casualty response through appeal.

  • Tender Captain & Deckhand, Caladan Oceanic LLC (2018–2020) – Served aboard the DSSV Pressure Drop during the Five Deeps Expedition, the first manned circumnavigation to the deepest points of all five oceans.

  • Transportation Manager & Logistician, U.S. Department of the Army (pre‑law) – Specialized in port management and vessel operations for worldwide military movements.

Education

  • Tulane University Law School (J.D., 2007) – Admiralty & Maritime Law; Judicial Extern to Hon. Stanwood R. Duval, Jr., U.S. District Court (E.D. La.); Vice President, Maritime Law Society.

  • James Madison University (B.A., Psychology & German, 1997)

Skills & Recognition

  • Maritime Law · Admiralty Litigation · Charter Parties · Marine Insurance

  • Trial & Appellate Advocacy · Contract Drafting · Regulatory Compliance

  • Licensed U.S. Coast Guard Captain

Personal Note

Brendhan’s connection to the sea extends beyond the courtroom. In addition to his legal practice, he has worked as an able‑bodied seaman and tender captain on global expeditions and occasionally charters his own boat. He is admitted to practice in Louisiana and South Carolina, as well as multiple federal courts including the Fifth Circuit.