Andrew Krausz
Weightmans LLPWeightmans LLP provides a ‘very efficient’ service to aviation insurers and reinsurers defending operator hull risk and war risk coverage claims arising out of Russia, while also assisting them in bringing subrogation proceedings. 'Tenacious and hardworking' team lead Andrew Krausz tackles coverage and operator liability issues in addition to acting for parties in inquests. Adam Baker maintains a broad practice, covering general aviation disputes and claims arising out of pilot negligence, with particular knowledge of the German market. Sonia Lopez handles insurance claims brought in the wake of major hull losses and passenger claims.
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Testimonials
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- 'Everyone on the Weightmans aviation team always goes above and beyond to ensure that both broker and insured are given the highest levels of service.'
- 'Weightmans' team has individuals that are personally experienced in aviation; this can be a make-or-break factor in the defence of some claims and something that cannot be necessarily found at competitors.'
- 'We have always found the firm to be very efficient, professional and all the team have a vast amount of knowledge and expertise in aviation.'
- 'Our dealings with Andrew Krausz have always been a pleasure. He is very good to work with and his knowledge is exceptional.'
- 'The Weightmans aviation team has gone from strength to strength and has grown massively over the last few years.'
- 'Andrew Krausz is tenacious and hardworking. He has sound judgement and is a robust negotiator. Lisa Williams is a rising star and is always prepared to work hard to get results for the clients.'
- 'The firm is large enough to have the assets to handle complex matters, but the individual solicitors are not too busy to pay attention to individual matters.'
- 'Andrew Krausz is able to see and present complex issues in a straightforward format. He also remains focused on the ultimate goal of settlement.'
Key clients
- Wizz Air
- AIG
- Lancashire Syndicate
- Global Aerospace Underwriting
- LRA
- ION
- CV Starr/Starr Underwriting
- AXA XL
- Allianz
- Aeroméxico
Work highlights
- Advised on coverage and coverage claims relating to Russia and Ukraine and involving multiple commercial aircraft and assets under multiple policies of reinsurance
- Advised AIG and its co-insurers on a subrogation claim arising out of an incident at Berlin Schönefeld Airport
- Dealt with major loss (the fatality of crew member) arising out of a hot air balloon flight, with a deceased ground crewman falling onto a moving car and the hot air balloon making an emergency landing.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Sonia Lopez
Weightmans LLPAdam Baker
Weightmans LLPPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Andrew Krausz