Watson Farley & Williams LLP handles high-value, cross-border finance and restructuring matters across the aviation, rail, and maritime sectors. The team's expertise includes complex debt structures, M&A, asset acquisitions, regulatory compliance, leasing, and capital raises. The practice is co-led by Jim Bell, who advises financiers, lessors, and operators on structured and asset finance in the aviation sector. Also co-heading the team, George Macheras is a specialist in all aspects of shipping finance, including restructurings, loan portfolio transfers, and the sale, purchase, and leasing of maritime assets. Managing partner Lindsey Keeble is actively involved in structured finance and leasing matters within the maritime sector, while Louise Mor advises major banks, corporates, and operators on rail and aviation finance transactions. Chris Mitchell is a ‘true expert’ on a wide range of aviation matters, including aircraft trading, fleet procurement contracts, and complex cross-border asset finance transactions. Randeep Bubbra joined the team in 2024.
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Distinctions
La satisfaction du client: Qualité de l’avocat et de l’équipe
La satisfaction du client: Facturation et efficacité
La satisfaction du client: Connaissance du secteur
Avocats
Leading partners
Avocats associés reconnus parmi les leaders du marché par leurs pairs et leurs clients, régulièrement présents dans les grands dossiers dans lesquels ils sont au premier plan.
Next Generation Partners
Jeunes associés disposant d'une reconnaissance montante sur le marché, jouant régulièrement un rôle clé dans des dossiers majeurs.
Responsable de la pratique
Jim Bell; George Macheras
Autres avocats clés
Louise Mor; Chris Mitchell; Lindsey Keeble; Kavita Shah; Randeep Bubbra; Patrick Moore; Dominic Pearson; Kate Silverstein; Abi Carter; Philip Chope; Liam Clozier; Natasha Collins; Laura Gerrard; Anton Jarbol; Michael Keightley; Jane Keith; Katie Shiels; Randeep Bubbra