Bird & Bird LLP provides support across the aviation projects landscape, assisting on high-value matters concerning infrastructure, finance, and technology. The firm also acts on significant commercial disputes and contract terminations involving performance, data, and competition issues. The London-based team includes Paul Briggs, whose practice includes advising large airlines on their ESG and sustainability frameworks. Sophie Eyre leads on contentious matters, particularly disputes involving airports, ground handlers, and suppliers, while Stuart Cairns oversees major airport infrastructure projects. Simon Allport provides corporate services to aviation clients, including large-scale share buy-backs, funding rounds, and other complex transactions.
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Accolades
Client satisfaction: Billing & efficiency
Testimonials
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- 'The team works well together, particularly in cross border and complex issues.'
- 'The team has good relations with the regulator and is very accommodating in terms of availability.'
- 'Great technical competence.'
- 'Great availability and response times.'
- 'On the ground experience and knowledge.'
- 'They are skilled solicitors with an ability to quickly address complex problems and provide commercially relevant legal solutions.'
Key clients
- Kadeco
- WH Ireland
- Cranfield Aerospace Solutions Limited
- Pangiam
- Isavia (Keflavik Airport, Reykjavik), Iceland
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Other key lawyers
Sophie Eyre; Paul Briggs; Stuart Cairns; Simon Allport