Aviation
UK Guide 2025 : UK-wide
Band 3
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+44 20 7374 8000Chambers Review
Herbert Smith Freehills provides clients with a broad range of technical expertise from across the firm. Its well-regarded litigation and commercial practice is particularly noted for its prowess in the field of airport slot financing. Its key clients include high-profile airlines and airports. The firm also advises a variety of parties in relation to changing UK and EU regulations.
Work Highlights
- Herbert Smith Freehills advised Asia Aviation Capital on a leasing dispute against Pakistan International Airlines aimed at recovering fees under two aircraft lease agreements.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team at Herbert Smith Freehills is both strong and deep, well led and ably supported."
"They are knowledgeable and reassuringly calm."
"They are always able to explain in layperson's terms the point of law and why this should be our preferred position. They are always available and work to tight deadlines with a quality output."
"They are highly experienced and well-used to dealing with matters that involve C-suite briefings and complexity. They are good at tailoring advice to our needs and knowing our preferences."
"The team at Herbert Smith Freehills is both strong and deep, well led and ably supported."
"They are knowledgeable and reassuringly calm."
"They are always able to explain in layperson's terms the point of law and why this should be our preferred position. They are always available and work to tight deadlines with a quality output."
"They are highly experienced and well-used to dealing with matters that involve C-suite briefings and complexity. They are good at tailoring advice to our needs and knowing our preferences."
Notable Practitioners
Co-head of the firm's aviation practice, Kim Dietzel is qualified as a solicitor advocate and benefits from having a broad knowledge of EU regulatory and competition laws. She has experience handling aviation regulatory approval processes and runway slot allocation regulations.
"Kim Dietzel clearly has great expertise in her area."