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Clients rate asb law LLP ‘very highly’ for its cost-effective advice and strong focus on aviation. The Crawley-based team, led by Alina Nosek, represents airlines, lessors, ground handlers, MROs and parts companies. Associate Daniel James ‘gives good, clear advice’ and takes the lead alongside Richard Mumford in handling cross-border litigation and contentious regulatory matters for aviation clients. Recent work highlights include acting for LHI Leasing GmbH on the acquisition of seven aircraft engines.

New clients for Blake Lapthorn include Heathrow Airport and AWAS. The firm also saw an increase in work from its large corporate client base, notably TUI on aircraft finance issues and BAA on real estate matters. Ben Graham-Evans leads the practice, specialising in international aviation transactions.

Thomas Eggar LLP has ‘excellent technical and industry knowledge in aviation’. Its expertise includes private jet acquisitions, and it advises various African operators and aviation suppliers.

Shipping

Clyde & Co fields an ‘indisputably top-tier’ practice, which represents international clients in shipping and trading matters. The team is well known for its expertise in marine insurance and cross-border disputes. David Bennet is recommended.

Focusing on shipping in the oil and gas sector, Bond Pearce LLP recently secured Total E&P UK as a new client. The team, led by commercial litigator Tom Beezer, also advises on issues relating to shipbuilding and the leisure marine industry.

Shoosmiths’ marine team is led by associate Louise Fuller, who continues to act for banks in relation to marine mortgages and the recovery of yachts overseas. Rebecca Mauleverer handles marine finance.

Niche Portsmouth firm Tolcher & Co, Marine Solicitors has expertise in large yacht new build projects, and recently handled a €100m arbitration claim relating to a yacht build.

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