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Dubai, UAE – 10 March 2025 – Fichte & Co is pleased to announce the appointment of Manik Verma as Partner – Ship & Aviation Finance, reinforcing the firm’s position as a leading provider of legal services in the maritime, aviation, banking and financial sectors.
Manik joined the firm on March 3rd, 2025, bringing over 17 years of diverse and global experience in cross-border assets such as ship and aircraft, project, and structured finance transactions.
With an impressive career at top tier British law firms in Singapore and Dubai, Manik has advised high profile clients such as financial institutions, export credit agencies, airlines, lessors, lessees, corporates, owners, and operators across a broad spectrum of industries, including shipping, offshore oil and gas, aviation, and general banking and finance. His expertise spans complex financing structures, syndicated and structured debt transactions, shipbuilding contracts, vessel charters, ship & aircraft sales and leasing, and export credit financings.
Commenting on the appointment, Jasamin Fichte, Managing Partner at Fichte & Co, said: “Manik’s arrival marks a significant step forward in our strategic growth, particularly in ship and aviation finance. His extensive experience in Singapore and the Middle East and proven track record and ability to navigate complex financial structures make him a valuable asset to our firm and our clients. We are excited to welcome him to the team and look forward to the impact he will make in strengthening our offerings with the ability to drive business development and client growth in these critical sectors.”
Manik Verma also shared his thoughts on joining Fichte & Co, stating: “I am excited to join Fichte & Co as a Partner in the Ship and Aviation Finance practice. The firm’s strong reputation and client-focused approach make it the ideal platform to deliver strategic legal solutions. I look forward to working with the team to support our clients and further strengthen the firm’s expertise in these sectors.”
Fichte & Co continues to expand its capabilities, providing innovative and tailored legal solutions to its clients across maritime, aviation, insurance, and financial markets. With Manik Verma joining as a key partner, the firm is set to enhance its service offering to global clients and further solidify its leadership in asset finance and structured transactions.
About Fichte & Co
Fichte & Co is a full-service law firm based in the UAE, recognized for its expertise across multiple legal disciplines, including corporate and commercial law, maritime and aviation, banking and finance, insurance, and dispute resolution. With a strong reputation for delivering strategic and results-driven legal solutions, the firm is committed to supporting businesses with comprehensive legal services tailored to their needs.
For more information, please visit www.fichtelegal.com