About James Dirk
James Dirk Schwenk is a devoted actual estate attorney based in Annapolis, Maryland. His practice focuses on waterfront estate, environmental regulation law, and admiralty law. Mr. Schwenk earned cum laude honors from the University of Maryland School of Law in 1997. During his time there, he acquired the distinguished William P. Cunningham Award for exceptional service and fulfillment—an honor that helps his the legal profession. Since 2000, Mr.
Schwenk has been engaged in private practice, concentrating on maritime and waterfront property issues. In 2010, he based Baylaw, LLC, a firm that addresses a selection of cases involving waterfront property disputes, actual estate litigation, and admiralty law. Under his leadership, Baylaw has turn out to be a depended on useful resource for clients navigating complex legal matters associated with waterfront properties. His in depth knowledge in these areas has positioned him as an outstanding figure in the Maryland legal community. Mr. Schwenk is a member of the Maryland State Bar and is licensed to practice earlier than the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland.
His professional associations are diverse and include the Yacht Brokers Association of America, the Mid Atlantic Mariners Club, and the Marine Trades Association of Maryland. These affiliations now not only decorate his expert community however additionally maintain him informed about the most modern advancements in maritime and property law. In addition to his legal practice, Mr. Schwenk has contributed considerably to legal scholarship. He has authored and edited chapters on tort claims in the "Practice Manual for the Maryland Lawyer." His talent is further demonstrated through shows on subjects similar to marina legal responsibility and the interaction among marina contracts and conventional tort theories. His insights are precious assets for both attorneys and clients alike. Outside of his expert commitments, Mr.
Schwenk is a devoted father of 2 sons — He enjoys playing basketball and has a focus on songwriting. His love for the maritime network is clear in his lively club with the Severn Sailing Association, where he has been a six-time Chesapeake High Point champion within the Jet 14 Class. Furthermore, he serves on the Board of Directors of the Marine Trades Association of Maryland and the Annapolis Maritime Society. Also being a member of the Anne Arundel County Maritime Industry Advisory Board and the James C. Cawood Inn of Court. These roles reflect his dedication to both his profession and the community he serves.
