DLA Piper advises on high-value aviation disputes, insurance and reinsurance matters, regulatory compliance issues, and complex liability claims. The team also provides guidance on airport operations, sanctions, safety management, and technical contract breaches. Practice head Tony Payne is recognised for his strong expertise in regulatory and commercial aviation matters. Kathryn Ward and Camilla Bonfield represent airlines, operators, and product manufacturers in complex disputes, particularly those arising from air accidents and insolvency-related aircraft detentions. Sophie Brophy maintains a broad practice, covering both aviation regulatory and dispute resolution matters, while Mark Franklin focuses on aircraft disputes, airline franchising, and airport charges. Victoria Cooper handles aviation liability claims and insurance coverage issues, while the ‘excellent’ Eric Oehy advises on regulatory, commercial and contentious matters. Jessica Harmen recently departed the firm.
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Avocats
Hall of Fame
Avocats au sommet de leur profession, largement reconnus et respectés par l'ensemble du marché pour leur expertise éprouvée et leur intervention récurrente et longue date dans les dossiers les plus complexes et prestigieux.
Tony Payne
Kathryn Ward
Leading associates
Jeunes avocats collaborateurs ou counsels qui se distinguent régulièrement par leur présence dans des dossiers importants du marché, et qui sont identifiés par le marché comme de jeunes talents à suivre.
Responsable de la pratique
Tony Payne
Autres avocats clés
Kathryn Ward; Camilla Bonfield; Sophie Brophy; Mark Franklin; Victoria Cooper; Eric Oehy; John Gilfedder