XXIV Old Buildings‘s members take instructions spanning the full breadth of aviation matters, covering insurance disputes, leasing issues that range from non-payment of rents to redelivery matters, and other claims arising out of hull losses. Steven Thompson KC is noted for his expertise in matters tied to aircraft maintenance and leasing challenges. Edward Cumming KC is highly sought after by airlines in dispute with lessors regarding aircraft condition, appearing for the airline in Jet2.com v SmartLynx, concerning liabilities resulting from the delivery of allegedly poorly maintained aircraft. Bajul Shah is acting for a number of hull risk reinsurers facing claims in the wake of Russian aircraft seizures, also taking on product liability cases in the sector, while Tom Stewart Coats’ growing aviation practice encompasses redelivery disputes, acting for major airlines in relation to maintenance obligations.
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- 'Paul Horsfield and Lyndon Tiller are both standouts - their responsiveness is always appreciated.'
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- 'Probably one of the best clerking teams around. Paul Horsfield is second to none, and the rest of the team, including Perry Brown, and Tommie Drury are a class act.'
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- 'Very impressive set, broad expertise and great. Differing levels of experience catering to each need.'
- 'XXIV Old Buildings is my go-to choice. Counsel in chambers are consistently of high quality and you cannot go wrong instructing someone from this set.'
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