Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP is widely recognised for its expertise in advising on major airport development projects, demonstrating particular strength in planning and environmental matters and securing regulatory approvals. The team is also experienced in handling aviation-related disputes involving leasing, insurance, and commercial contracts, often with cross-border elements. Leading the practice is Kim Dietzel, who advises on a range of transactional and regulatory matters; Robert Moore, who assists international airlines in M&A, public takeovers, corporate governance matters, and joint venture agreements; and Gregg Rowan, who handles class action cases and insurance claims within the aviation industry. Competition specialist Clémence Barraud advises on the EU, UK, and French regulatory environments relevant to the aviation sector.
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‘Highly responsive with great industry knowledge.’
'Excellent team dynamic - very knowledgeable individuals but work collaboratively with clients to always find the right solution.'
'Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer takes time to understand the clients' needs and takes a holistic perspective to recommending the right course of action.'
‘Robert Moore is very responsive, sensible and supportive.'
Key clients
- Virgin Atlantic Airways
- easyJet
- Jet2
- Vietnam Airlines JSC
- AerCap
- London Luton Airport Operations
- Gatwick Airport
- Leeds Bradford Airport
- GIC Private Limited
Work highlights
Advising GIC Private Limited regarding its rights as a shareholder in respect of its investment in Heathrow.
Assisting Vietnam Airlines in responding to a claim from ACG Aircraft Leasing Ireland in the English High Court.
Advising Virgin Atlantic Airlines on multiple significant transactional and regulatory matters.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Robert Moore
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Clémence Barraud
Practice head
Kim Dietzel; Robert Moore; Gregg Rowan,
Other key lawyers
Clémence Barraud