Holland & Knight (UK) LLP advises aircraft lessors, investors, and financial institutions on complex cross-border restructurings, insolvency proceedings, and lease enforcement matters across the aviation sector. The practice is led by cross-border aviation transaction expert Victoria Koob, who stands out for her ‘broad and deep knowledge of all aspects of aircraft financing and leasing’. Richard Sharman and Debra Erni also possess cross-border asset finance and leasing experience. Robert Ricketts retired from the firm.
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Testimonials
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- 'Very dedicated team who covers all relevant topics of aircraft financing.'
- 'Massively experienced aviation lawyers, who are top of their game.'
Key clients
- Burrows Aerospace
- AerCap Holdings N.V.
Work highlights
Acted as creditors’ counsel for nine leasing companies that collectively lease 46 aircraft to SAS Airlines in its Chapter 11 Bankruptcy proceeding.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Victoria Koob
Other key lawyers
Richard Sharman; Debra Erni