Stephenson Harwood has a multifaceted aviation finance practice, advising on leasings, insolvency and aircraft repossession. In addition, the firm handles cross-border sale and leasebacks, syndicated loans and post-delivery financings of shipping assets for lenders, lessors, owners and operators. Practice head Simon Wong specialises in advising financiers, lessors and airlines across the spectrum of financing and leasing transactions, including Islamic financing and tax-based leasing. Fellow practice heads Hongkai Zhou and Elton Chan focus on shipping matters, advising banks, leasing companies and shipowners. Louis Ng is an experienced member of the team acting on aircraft acquisitions, lease novation and restructurings.
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- 'The law firm can provide constructive legal advice on innovative structured financing and offer professional advice tailored to the client's specific needs.'
- 'Raina Xian is very professional and efficient in answering questions.'
Key clients
- ICBC Aviation Leasing
- The Export-Import Bank of China
Lawyers
Leading partners: Aviation Finance
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading partners: Shipping Finance
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Simon Wong; Hongkai Zhou; Elton Chan
Other key lawyers
Louis Ng; Raina Xian