Christopher “Chris” A. Labora is a member of the State of Florida, United States District Court for the Southern and Middle Districts of Florida, United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit, and Commonwealth of Massachusetts* bars. He earned his J.D. at St. Thomas University College of Law. He received an additional certificate in admiralty and maritime law while studying under Prof. Attilio Costabel, a leading expert in the field of Florida maritime law. His legal career has included both plaintiff and defense oriented firms covering various cases such as: maritime personal injury matters (commercial fishermen, Jones Act seamen, Longshoremen, recreational and yachting, as well as cruise line passenger and crew member claims); vessel insurance, vessel transactions, charter agreements; matters involving P&I Clubs, as well as working on general maritime matters with marinas (owners and managers), vessel owners, and operators.

As Flynn Wirkus’s cruise ship specialist and Florida attorney, Chris is able to assist if you were injured on a cruise ship due to negligence since you may be required to bring your lawsuit in Florida. Miami is known as the “cruise ship capital” and Florida is often the place where injured passengers need to pursue their claims. As a Miami native and admiralty attorney, Chris can help you navigate the legal seas. If you have been injured, do not delay in reaching out to Chris for a free consultation to discuss your cruise ship injury case. He has the experience to get you the help you need in order to get you the settlement or judgment to which you may be entitled.

Prior to becoming an attorney, Chris began his art practice as a graffiti muralist, and later transitioned to abstract painting. He attended Miami’s premier art magnet program at Design & Architecture Senior High. Chris went on to receive his Bachelor of Arts from Hamilton College, while on a full-tuition scholarship as a POSSE Leadership Scholar. Chris formed his own art studio practice while also tutoring students on portfolio development. After returning to Miami, he managed the studio of renowned muralist Daniel “Krave” Fila and oversaw operations at El Fresco Art Studio in the heart of Little Havana. Chris continues to paint while pursuing his additional passion, the practice of admiralty and maritime law.