Blake Lapthorn's Aviation sector group includes a team
Litigation and Dispute
Resolution specialists able to deal with a broad range of
aviation disputes, including those in relation to wet and dry
leases and contractual disputes for airport operators and suppliers
to the aviation sector.
our aviation litigation experience
We have experience in negotiating settlements and progressing
proceedings decisively when negotiations fail, including taking
possession of aircraft within injunction proceedings and
enforcement in the UK and abroad. We have clients and contacts from
around the world and extensive industry knowledge.
Recent aviation litigation the team has been involved in
includes:
- acting for an Italian operator in relation to a wet lease
dispute involving an overseas based client in English jurisdiction
but Portuguese law
- acting for an aircraft owner in relation to a breach of lease,
arresting aircraft and securing return
- acting for an airline in relation to disputes regarding
maintenance contracts
- acting for a Japanese Airline recovering an aircraft through
injunction proceedings following breach of lease
- obtaining judgement of over £1 million for American airline
against a Spanish operator and enforcing through European
enforcement order in Spain.
our aviation litigation reputation
"This large firm has a strong presence in the South and receives
high praise for its results-oriented approach and expertise in
the ... aviation sectors."
Chambers
UK, A Client's Guide to the Legal Profession
2010
