Paul Phillips
Stephenson HarwoodStephenson Harwood is a ‘beacon of aviation law expertise,’ acting for European and Asian airlines, lessors and financiers regarding the spectrum of transactions, disputes and regulatory challenges affecting the sector. Disputes lead Paul Phillips’ ‘unparalleled experience’ is brought to bear on behalf of airlines and lessors on non-payment and aircraft recovery, with Richard Parsons advising a clientele of banks and operating lessors on financing transactions. Chloe Challinor and Patrick Bettle handle a broad range of aviation sector disputes, including issues around slots, leasing arrangements and regulatory matters.
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Testimonials
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- 'Stephenson Harwood shines as a beacon of aviation law expertise with its deep industry knowledge and exceptional proficiency. Their aviation practice is renowned for providing advice that is not only comprehensive but also meticulously crafted.'
- 'Paul Phillips is a distinguished figure in the aviation legal landscape, his unparalleled experience and illustrious career in aviation, legal, and litigation matters are a testament to his dedication and success.'
- 'Innovative, smart, commercial, responsive and all round a superb team. It's hard to think of a better team in the industry.'
- 'Paul Phillips - brilliant, astute, commercial, responsive and with an unparalleled depth of knowledge and experience.'
Key clients
- Ryanair DAC/Ryanair UK/Buzz/Malta Air/Lauda Europe
- Lion Air/Batik Air/Wings Air/Malindo Air/Thai Lion Air
- AirAsia
- Avion Express
- Buraq Air
- Cebu Pacific
- China Southern Airlines
- Gulf Air
- IndiGo
- Kuwait Airways Corporation
- Norse Atlantic Airways
- Norwegian Air Shuttle ASA
- Royal Jordanian Airlines
- Royal Wings
- Vueling
- Lessors
- Aircastle
- Aircraft Engine Lease Finance
- Aircraft Leasing and Management
- Altavair
- Alterna Capital Partners
- Archway Aviation
- Avation Plc Group
- BBAM Aircraft Leasing & Management
- Castlelake Aviation
- Deucalion Aviation
- Engine Lease Finance Corporation
- Fuyo Lease Group
- Global Atlantic Financial Group
- ICBC Leasing
- International Airfinance Corporation
- Jackson Square Aviation
- Macquarie AirFinance
- Macquarie Aircraft Leasing Services (US), Inc
- Orix Group
- Rostrum Leasing
- SMBC Leasing
- SKY Leasing
- Standard Chartered
- TFDAC
- Transportation Partners
- Banks
- Australia and New Zealand Banking Group
- BNP Paribas
- MUFG Bank
Work highlights
- Acted for Ryanair in a multi-jurisdictional competition claim brought by online travel agent On The Beach in the High Court.
- Acted for Ryanair in a claim brought by On The Beach in the High Court concerning a novel point of law, namely the interpretation of Regulation 29 of the Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018.
- Acted for Alterna Capital Partners in High Court proceedings brought to recover substantial losses from Azex Leasing Limited, incurred in respect of aircraft sub-leased to Russian airline Azur Air.
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
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Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Patrick Bettle
Stephenson HarwoodChloe Challinor
Stephenson HarwoodPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Paul Phillips, Richard Parsons