Danielle Santucci

Expert guidance on a complex maritime logistics dispute

Our company faced a challenging contractual dispute with a shipping partner over liability for significant delays at the Port of Oakland. The intricacies involved maritime law, interstate trucking regulations, and complex force majeure clauses. We engaged Danielle Santucci at Holland & Knight based on her recognized expertise in Transportation Law. Danielle immediately demonstrated a commanding grasp of the logistical and legal landscape specific to the Bay Area. Her analysis was thorough, and she adeptly navigated the intersection of various transportation modes, which was crucial for our case. Her recognition by Best Lawyers in this niche field was evident in her strategic approach; she crafted a compelling position that led to a favorable settlement without protracted litigation. The one area where we experienced minor delays was in receiving responses during the initial information-gathering phase, as her caseload seemed quite demanding. However, once engaged, her communication was clear and her dedication was absolute. We felt confidently represented by a true specialist who understood the unique pressures of the transportation sector in Northern California.