Fountain Court Chambers is regarded as ‘an impressive set and a go-to for aviation’ with expertise in a range of commercial disputes including redelivery, leasing and aircraft purchase agreements. The set is also experienced in aviation claims involving disaster, catastrophic loss and damage. Akhil Shah KC acted for Goshawk in relation to leasing disputes concerning a Boeing 737 Max aircraft. Michael McLaren KC has acted for Olympic Council of Asia in a claim for damages arising from a purchase agreement for an executive jet. Bankim Thanki KC and Rosalind Phelps KC are frequently instructed by major airlines and regulators while John Taylor KC is acting for Ryanair in a Commercial Court action. Giles Robertson focuses on civil fraud and banking matters in this space.
Aviation in
London BarFountain Court Chambers
Testimonials
Set
‘Fountain court has a reputation for aviation work that is second to none in my opinion.’
‘Fountain Court Chambers is generally reckoned to be the leading aviation set.’
‘The set is extremely strong and justifiably has a reputation for providing a Rolls Royce service. They are my first choice for aviation work, particularly higher value cases.’
‘Brilliant set- the premier set for aviation litigation-strength in depth at all levels.’
‘Excellent. Fountain Court is the best aviation finance practice by far.’
Clerking
‘Both Alfie Harper and Fraser Linning were responsive at short notice and very helpful.’
Work highlights
Quadrant Chambers
Quadrant Chambers acts for a number of flagship airlines including British Airways and Etihad Airlines in addition to being instructed in major aviation casualties. It is considered to be ‘one of the best sets and certainly the best for all round aviation capability’. John Kimbell KC handles a range of disputes from aircraft sale and leasing to fatal accidents while Matthew Reeve KCacts for the family of footballer Emiliano Sala, who was killed when the Piper Malibu he was travelling in to his first training session at Cardiff City FC crashed near Alderney. Koye Akoni ‘s practice focuses on contractual disputes arising in the aviation leasing context.
Testimonials
Set
‘One of the strongest sets for aviation, and certainly the one with the most rounded aviation practice and experience – they can cover it all.’
‘A reasonably friendly set with some very good quality barristers and a clerks room keen to accommodate our needs.’
‘Good set, at all levels.’
‘Quadrant Chambers is an excellent chambers for aviation disputes.’
‘Strong in aviation law.’
Clerking
‘Daniel Westerman is very reliable and helpful .’
Work highlights
XXIV Old Buildings
XXIV Old Buildings is a ‘great aviation and commercial litigation set’ which frequently acts for aviation lessors, airlines and manufacturers. Steven Thompson KC is well-known for handling aviation maintenance, lease, sale and purchase agreements. Arshad Ghaffar is a popular choice for aircraft lessors, while Bajul Shah deals primarily with disputes relating to dry leasing, mortgages and forfeiture issues. Erin Hitchens has appeared in various interim matters in the Commercial Court and Tom Stewart Coats is instructed in regulatory matters.
Testimonials
Set
‘XXIV has long been held in great regard for its aviation practice and I have always been impressed by the quality of advocates in this area.’
‘Good availability of high quality counsel, helpful clerks.’
‘Chambers are exceptionally good. There is a certainly a strength in depth when it comes to quality Counsel with expertise in aviation.’
‘Great aviation and commercial litigation set.’
Clerking
‘Always impressed by the clerks at XXIV who are flexible and happy to help. Paul Horsfield is excellent, as is Perry Brown.’
‘Paul Horsfield is doing an excellent job as their senior clerk.’
Work highlights
Fountain Court Chambers
Testimonials
Set
‘Fountain court has a reputation for aviation work that is second to none in my opinion.’
‘Fountain Court Chambers is generally reckoned to be the leading aviation set.’
‘The set is extremely strong and justifiably has a reputation for providing a Rolls Royce service. They are my first choice for aviation work, particularly higher value cases.’
‘Brilliant set- the premier set for aviation litigation-strength in depth at all levels.’
‘Excellent. Fountain Court is the best aviation finance practice by far.’
Clerking
‘Both Alfie Harper and Fraser Linning were responsive at short notice and very helpful.’
Work highlights
Quadrant Chambers
Quadrant Chambers acts for a number of flagship airlines including British Airways and Etihad Airlines in addition to being instructed in major aviation casualties. It is considered to be ‘one of the best sets and certainly the best for all round aviation capability’. John Kimbell KC handles a range of disputes from aircraft sale and leasing to fatal accidents while Matthew Reeve KCacts for the family of footballer Emiliano Sala, who was killed when the Piper Malibu he was travelling in to his first training session at Cardiff City FC crashed near Alderney. Koye Akoni ‘s practice focuses on contractual disputes arising in the aviation leasing context.
Testimonials
Set
‘One of the strongest sets for aviation, and certainly the one with the most rounded aviation practice and experience – they can cover it all.’
‘A reasonably friendly set with some very good quality barristers and a clerks room keen to accommodate our needs.’
‘Good set, at all levels.’
‘Quadrant Chambers is an excellent chambers for aviation disputes.’
‘Strong in aviation law.’
Clerking
‘Daniel Westerman is very reliable and helpful .’
Work highlights
XXIV Old Buildings
XXIV Old Buildings is a ‘great aviation and commercial litigation set’ which frequently acts for aviation lessors, airlines and manufacturers. Steven Thompson KC is well-known for handling aviation maintenance, lease, sale and purchase agreements. Arshad Ghaffar is a popular choice for aircraft lessors, while Bajul Shah deals primarily with disputes relating to dry leasing, mortgages and forfeiture issues. Erin Hitchens has appeared in various interim matters in the Commercial Court and Tom Stewart Coats is instructed in regulatory matters.
Testimonials
Set
‘XXIV has long been held in great regard for its aviation practice and I have always been impressed by the quality of advocates in this area.’
‘Good availability of high quality counsel, helpful clerks.’
‘Chambers are exceptionally good. There is a certainly a strength in depth when it comes to quality Counsel with expertise in aviation.’
‘Great aviation and commercial litigation set.’
Clerking
‘Always impressed by the clerks at XXIV who are flexible and happy to help. Paul Horsfield is excellent, as is Perry Brown.’
‘Paul Horsfield is doing an excellent job as their senior clerk.’