b'BERS:Indeed,youtriggeranotherthought.MymostsuccessfulABOUT THE AUTHORS: relationships are with clients who allow me to disagree at timeswho accept that sometimes the answer I must give is not whatBOB SHAWthey want to hear.If your lawyer green-lights every idea you have, it might be cause for concern. Bob Shaw is a veteran industry executive, having managed over 100 vessels carrying over 10 million SHAW: passengers a year. He can be reached at Finally,aswegetolder,thereisgreatcomfortinlong-termshawrw@gmail.comrelationships.You cannot change lead attorneys routinely.But make sure your attorney is keeping up with your team. This relationship can literally save you hundreds of thousands of dollars by having a partner that thinks around corners.You deserve thatSTEVE E. BERSkind of business partner.Steven E. Bers, Esq., is an attorney at the law fi rm BERS: of Whiteford Taylor & Preston. He serves as PVAs Bob, I like your summary.I can tell you from this side, I haveGeneral Counsel, advising passenger vessel owners in matters relating to marine and employment.worked with clientsespecially many PVA business ownersforHe can be contacted at 410.347.8724, ordecades and have absolutely enjoyed the personal and professionalsbers@wtplaw.com.experiences.SEE THEM LIVE ONSCREENat the PVA Virtual Convention at MariTrends 2021, February 16-18. Both Steve Bers and Bob Shaw are hosting live sessions and will address issues that impact your operation now. Vessel operators can register now and pay just $100 for your whole company at http://www.passengervessel.com/maritrends.htmlClean, Quiet, ProvenElectric and Hybrid PropulsionKeeping our waterways clean is importantto the health and survival of our planet.BAE Systems is leading the way with clean, quiet alternative propulsion systems, helping passenger vessels get to zero emissions.gettozero.comFEB 2021 25 POINT-COUNTERPOINT'