Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP 'punches well above its weight' in its aviation work, which includes acting for insurers and reinsurers in defending coverage claims, while also assisting airlines with a variety of commercial challenges. Described as 'absolutely first rate', practice head and employed barrister Louise High acts for insurers and reinsurers in coverage matters, working closely with Lisa Hillary.
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Testimonials
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- 'The entire aviation team punches well above its weight. Louise High, intelligent, professional and calm, is the absolute standout, managing a strong stable of capable and ambitious senior associates. It’s the type of practice clients go to once and then send all their work to.'
- 'There are no egos on display here, just quiet and efficient competence getting the best results. No pushover - litigation is conducted robustly, but realistically. The team also knows when to get counsel involved and how to deal with the bluster of the more traditional firms.'
- 'Extremely user-friendly and knowledgeable team. Unstuffy and approachable.'
- 'Louise High is absolutely first rate, with a deep knowledge of the industry borne of many years of experience. She is unflappable in the face of considerable demands; efficient; and very user-friendly.'
- 'The Penningtons team with which I have worked leaves no stone unturned in pursuing their client's interests. They are exceptionally able, hardworking and diligent. But they are also wonderfully collaborative, personable and approachable. Overall, they are an absolutely first-rate set of lawyers.'
- 'The solicitors at Penningtons with whom I have had the privilege to work go above and beyond the call of duty. Lisa Hillary is highly responsive and commercially orientated in her approach in that focuses acutely on the issues that are likely to make a difference to cases.'
- 'Diverse capabilities, able to assist with varied legal enquiries through broad departmental spectrum.'
Key clients
- Podhurst Orseck PA
- Swiss Re International
Work highlights
- Advised Swiss Re International in respect of multi-billion dollar alleged losses of aircraft following the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
- Advised London Southend Airport on its template agreement for all third party concessions within the terminal and assisted the airport on an agreement with an off-site parking operator.
- Acted for Swiss Re in relation to 70+ claims issued in the High Court for cover under operator policies with Russian or Ukrainian jurisdiction clauses.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Louise High