Bruce G. Paulsen
New, NY
Trusted maritime attorney serving New York.
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Bruce G. Paulsen is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Maritime. Currently practicing at Seward & Kissel LLP.
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- New York, NEW YORK
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Maritime
- Handles Maritime matters from New York, NEW YORK.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Admiralty and Maritime Law (2026).
About Bruce G. Paulsen: Bruce G. Paulsen is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Maritime. Currently practicing at Seward & Kissel LLP.
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About Bruce G. Paulsen
Bruce G. Paulsen is co-chair of Seward & Kissel’s Litigation Group, chair of the Sanctions Practice Group and has been a partner since 2002. He was named as one of the global Top 10 Maritime Lawyers by Lloyd’s List, in December 2020, and Legal500 2020 reported that Bruce’s “knowledge of this complex industry is unparalleled.”
Bruce specializes in handling complex commercial and maritime disputes. Bruce handles finance and securities-related disputes in the shipping industry as well as traditional maritime disputes, lien claims and environmental matters. He also has substantial expertise in the area of international trade sanctions; has been deeply involved in handling piracy issues before U.S. government agencies and is highly experienced in the recognition and enforcement of arbitration awards.
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Education
Tulane University
J.D. · 1986
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Best Lawyers in America — Admiralty and Maritime Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities
2026
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Bruce G. Paulsen focuses on Maritime.
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Bruce G. Paulsen primarily serves clients in New York.
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