DLA Piper (Canada) LLP
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DLA Piper (Canada) LLP‘s aviation expertise encompasses the acquisition, leasing and financing of aviation equipment and flight simulators, as well as governmental compliance and regulatory matters. Aviation insurance claims, domestic and international baggage loss claims and the defence of air carriers in passenger injury and wrongful death claims are additional specialities. The group also boasts substantial knowledge of international and bilateral air treaties and conventions that govern international air transport. Toronto-based practice co-head Catherine Pawluch routinely represents clients before aviation regulatory authorities, including the Canadian Transportation Agency. Alongside her, Laura Safran KC co-leads from Calgary and is noted for her expertise in aircraft acquisitions and financings, regulatory matters and aviation claims work. Also in Calgary, associate Prasad Taksal supports on commercial, transactional and regulatory matters. Partner Andrew McFarlane left the practice in March 2023.
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- 'The team includes experienced individuals in different aspects of aviation.'
- 'Every individual in the team has made themselves available to us in urgent situations and at anytime we asked for help.'
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Key clients
- Air Canada
- Cargolux International Airlines, Cargolux
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Work highlights
- Assisted Hi Fly and SpringJet in complying with the necessary Canadian regulatory requirements and obtaining the necessary aviation permits and authorizations for each individual flight required to transport Afghan, Ukrainian and other immigrants to Canada.
- Assisted Airble Aviation with preparing all necessary documentation, as well as advising on all applicable aviation regulatory matters, for its operation in the US market.
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