Kathryn Ward > DLA Piper > London, England > Lawyer Profile

The aviation practice at DLA Piper provides specialist commercial, regulatory and litigation services to a range of clients including international and domestic airlines, aviation insurers, airport operators, manufacturers and maintenance organisations. Much of the work involves cross-border elements, with the practice acting for airlines and insurers with respect to the Ukraine crisis. Tony Payne heads up the team and is an expert in regulatory matters with Mark Franklin. Kathryn Ward has expertise in post-accident liability issues, while associates Sophie Brophy and Tristan Thompson focus on contentious work including aircraft accidents. Camilla Bonfield advises stakeholders on aviation disputes and insolvency matters.