The group at Watson Farley & Williams (Thailand) Limited is well regarded for its ability to assist its extensive roster of clients with all aspects of aviation and airline operations. Assisting with cross-border aviation matters for international clients, particularly Australian, is a key area of specialism for the team. Alan Polivnick has expertise handling contentious and non-contentious aviation cases, from advising on complex ESG and sustainability issues, to advising on e-commerce, finance, restructuring and M&A matters, amongst others. Polivnick also has noteworthy experience acting on high-stakes disputes. London-based Jim Bell oversees the offering.
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  • ‘Availability and professionalism.’

  • ‘Quick understanding of issues.’

  • ‘The team has been easy to work with and provided advice promptly.'

  • 'I especially appreciate their understanding of the practical application of the law.’

  • ‘The team is easy to communicate with and personable.'

  • 'The advice we received was of high quality.’

Key clients

  • DAC Beechcroft LLP
  • China Aircraft Leasing Co
  • Air Charter Services
  • China Aircraft Global Ltd
  • ALC Clover Ireland Ltd
  • ACIA Aero Leasing (Ireland) Company Limited
  • Chromalloy
  • QANTAS
  • ITA Airways
  • LATAM Airlines Group
  • El Al Israel Airlines
  • Agoda

Lawyers

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Alan Polivnick

Practice head

Jim Bell

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Alan Polivnick