A leader in the region, Baker McKenzie’s asset finance group represents major airlines, lessees, lessors and lenders. With its ‘globally integrated approach’, the firm draws on its extensive Asian and global networks; engaging its aviation finance practitioners in complex assignments involving the financing, leasing, restructuring and the granting and enforcement of security in relation to aircraft and corporate jets. With over three decades of experience in aviation finance, Andrew Lockhart heads the group, focusing his practice on asset and structured finance matters. Acting for major airlines in China in relation to aircraft transactions is a sweet spot for Allen Ng. Other key contacts in the group include Jane Wang and William Turner.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘Faithful understanding'
‘The team demonstrated expertise in aviation and cross-borders transactions. They adopted a globally integrated approach, and always satisfactorily delivered the transactions even under very tight schedule.’
‘The team is extremely professional, both legally and commercially. They are a one-stop shop for aviation finance.’
‘The service Jane Wang provides is exceptional. Extremely knowledgeable of the aviation industry. She is a deal maker not a dealbreaker.’
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Andrew Lockhart