George Paleokrassas, Watson Farley’s senior partner, mirrored this sentiment. He highlighted Kritzman’s vast maritime corporate experience, particularly in the cruise sector, as a vital addition to the firm’s aspirations of expanding its maritime practice in the critical U.S. market.
Clyde & Co Maritime Ace Jumps To Watson Farley : Kritzman’s Career Journey
Kritzman, a University of Florida’s Levin College of Law alumnus, embarked on his legal voyage at McDermott Will & Emery LLP. His career set sail with Norwegian Cruise Line, where he eventually became the executive vice president and general counsel. Post-2009, Kritzman navigated through various prominent law firms, including K&L Gates LLP, Cozen O’Connor, and Baker Donelson, before docking at Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP and then Clyde & Co.
Watson Farley, with its roots in London since 1982, has evolved from a shipping-focused firm to a global legal titan with over 600 attorneys in 19 offices worldwide.
