About Douglas
Doug Muller brings considerable experience in federal and state courts, both at the trial and appellate levels. His maritime clients benefit from the professional judgment he has gained over 20 years as an admiralty lawyer and litigator.For his maritime clients, Doug often works with tight deadlines and on very short notice to respond around the clock to those with urgent needs. His broad-based knowledge informs his general maritime practice, in which he represents ship owners, vessel charterers, shippers, marine contracting companies, marine insurance carriers, and recreational boaters.Similarly, he provides his general litigation clients prompt attention and efficient service. Doug possesses experience in a wide variety of commercial litigation, including banking, health care, and contractual disputes. He also represents both insurance carriers and policyholders in insurance matters.His overriding goal in his performance for all his clients is to be accessible and provide quality work that is timely, responsive and efficient.
Doug Muller brings considerable experience in federal and state courts, both at the trial and appellate levels. His maritime clients benefit from the professional judgment he has gained over 20 years as an admiralty lawyer and litigator.
For his maritime clients, Doug often works with tight deadlines and on very short notice to respond around the clock to those with urgent needs. His broad-based knowledge informs his general maritime practice, in which he represents ship owners, vessel charterers, shippers, marine contracting companies, marine insurance carriers, and recreational boaters.
Similarly, he provides his general litigation clients prompt attention and efficient service. Doug possesses experience in a wide variety of commercial litigation, including banking, health care, and contractual disputes. He also represents both insurance carriers and policyholders in insurance matters.
His overriding goal in his performance for all his clients is to be accessible and provide quality work that is timely, responsive and efficient.
Practice Areas
Awards & Recognition
- Lawyer of the Year: Admiralty and Maritime Law, Charleston, SC (2024)
- Lawyer of the Year: Appellate Practice, Charleston, SC (2022)
- Lawyer of the Year: Appellate Practice, Charleston, SC (2019)
- Lawyer of the Year: Admiralty and Maritime Law, Charleston, SC (2018)
- Recognized: Admiralty and Maritime Law
- Recognized: Appellate Practice
- Recognized: Commercial Litigation
- Practice Area: Energy Law
- Special Focus: Appellate
- Special Focus: Litigation