AZB & Partners

Regarded by clients as a ‘top-tier law firm for aviation finance and leasing in India’, AZB & Partners remains a key reference in the market, offering assistance across the full gamut of aviation mandates, including acquisitions, financings, and lease restructurings, as well as sale and leaseback arrangements, commercial contracts, and regulatory issues. The practice has considerable experience acting in high-profile and high-value matters which, alongside its cross-border capabilities, has amassed an impressive and expanding client roster consisting of notable names from the aviation, banking, and financial services sectors. At the helm of the department is Anand Shah, who stands out for his breadth of expertise spanning aircraft and engine transfers, aircraft deregistration and repossession, and operating and finance leasing, alongside M&A, commercial leasing, and regulatory advice. The practice also benefits from the aptitude of Sarah Rufus, who regularly handles purchase and maintenance agreements, aviation disputes, and OEM settlement agreements. On the restructuring and insolvency front, Hufriz Wadia and Rishiraj Baruah are key members of the team.