Foreign airlines frequently turn to Montgomery & Associados for assistance with the setting up of operations in Brazil. The team also assists with regulatory issues regarding reactivating routes, day-to-day corporate matters and litigation, most notably passenger claims. Co-head Neil Montgomery has a wealth of experience in advising foreign airlines on establishing air routes in Brazil. Fellow co-leader and senior associate Cristiane Silva de Oliveira handles repossession claims for foreign airlines and aircraft lessors. Labour specialist Drielle Amate represents airline companies in labour litigation.
Key clients
- South African Airways
- Air New Zealand
Work highlights
- Assisting Flybondi with ongoing litigation, consumer, and regulatory issues in the context of a cross-border matter between Brazil and Argentina.
- Acting as legal counsel to Viva Aires in the establishing of its Brazilian operations.