Stephenson Harwood

Stephenson Harwood

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Johnny Champion

Johnny Champion

Work Department

Commercial litigation

Position

Johnny is a commercial litigation partner who advises on disputes across a number of sectors, with particular expertise in aviation litigation and regulation.

He has advised airlines and operators, banks and financial institutions on contentious matters arising in the aviation sector, including in respect of the financing and leasing of aircraft, repossessions and redeliveries. Johnny has in-depth experience working on disputes concerning the return conditions of engines and works frequently with powerplant engineers, MROs, and engine experts. In addition, he has experience in advising airlines on regulatory developments at an international, EU and domestic level, including in relation to airport slots, passenger rights and state aid.

Johnny also advises and represents banks, corporates and high net worth individuals in relation to a range of matters involving arbitration and litigation.

Johnny is a fluent Cantonese speaker, and comprehends Mandarin, and written Chinese.