RCEP - Australia

HWL Ebsworth

HWL Ebsworth‘s large and experienced group has substantial experience in working closely with several capital city, regional and GA airports. In Sydney, Joe Hurley is the national head of firm's transport practice and Matthew Brooks is head of aviation. Recent standout mandates include handling airport use agreements with airlines, building and construction mandates, and commercial property and leasing issues, acting for a client base of major international, domestic and regional airlines and their insurers. Among the other active practitioners in the team is Richard Davis, who is often engaged in matters relating to the purchase, sale and financing of all types of aircrafts, and Kristin Hibbard, who is a key contact for aviation liability claims and recovery matters. Simon Liddy has retired.

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Key clients

  • Western Sydney Airport
  • Sydney Airport

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Work highlights

  • Advised a major new airline commencing services to Australia.
  • Advised on the purchase of a high-value business jet.

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