HFW is a sector-focused law firm with particular strength in aviation and shipping. The firm is well positioned to provide a full spectrum of legal services to clients in the travel sector, covering everything from employment matters to complex dispute resolution. The Travel, Cruise and Leisure team is jointly led by Claire Womersley, William MacLachlan, and Zohar Zik. Womersley is a recognised expert in ‘wet’ litigation, with a strong track record in cases involving collisions, groundings, and salvage. Zik brings deep knowledge of aviation finance, with particular expertise in aircraft leasing and structured transactions. MacLachlan, a senior partner in the transactional shipping team, is recommended for his work on the sale and purchase of vessels, as well as ship design, construction, and management matters.
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Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Claire Womersley; William MacLachlan; Zohar Zik
Other key lawyers
Paul Dean; Alex Sayegh; Eleanor Duprez; Megan Comer; Zain Kazmi