The accolade acknowledges Alice’s leading role in complex vessel financings, strategic mergers and acquisitions involving maritime assets, and high-value construction, sale and charter transactions executed in both U.S. and international markets. A transactional lawyer and maritime litigator, she routinely guides ship owners, operators, banks, private equity funds and insurers through sophisticated Jones Act compliance, U.S. Coast Guard and Maritime Administration regulatory regimes, as well as vessel arrests, charter party disputes and mortgage foreclosures. Her unique ability to integrate front-end structuring with deep enforcement and dispute-resolution experience has positioned her as go-to counsel for clients confronting the full spectrum of opportunities and challenges in the modern shipping economy.

Alice embodies a multidisciplinary, business-minded approach, and her industry knowledge, relentless advocacy and unwavering commitment to mentorship make her a standout leader within the firm and across the maritime bar.

Reed Smith has an inclusive culture and steadfast support that empower women lawyers to thrive and lead. Reed Smith will always champion diversity, foster innovation, and deliver the first-class counsel our clients deserve.

The Women in Business Law Americas Awards celebrate trailblazing women attorneys across practice areas and highlight law firms that promote gender balance in the legal sector. Winners are selected through a comprehensive process that evaluates technical skill, client impact, thought leadership and commitment to advancing women in the profession.