Coined the ‘experts in aviation’, Chandler Mori Hamada Limited has acted for several creditors on restructuring and insolvency matters concerning airlines which have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Nathee Silacharoen specialises in dispute resolution, while Tawatchai Boonmayapan advises creditors and debtors on a range of insolvency and debt rehabilitation issues. Waree Shinsirikul extensive experience in bankruptcy proceedings. All aforementioned practitioners oversee the department alongside Seiji AkimotoTip-apa Limvichai and V. Joseph Tisuthiwongse.

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  • ‘The team is well-resourced and the balance between partners and senior associates who can work independently is good.’

  • ‘The experts in aviation in Thailand.’

  • ‘They provide practical solutions to clients combining both a commercial and a legal perspective. They understand the clients' needs. The ability to provide clear and practical advice to clients, explaining legal options and potential outcomes in a way that clients can understand sets the firm apart.'

  • 'A thorough understanding of the law relevant to this practice area, including statutes, regulations, case law, and legal precedents. The ability to analyse complex legal issues, identify key points, and develop effective strategies or solutions. The ability to negotiate favourable settlements or agreements on behalf of clients, resolving disputes outside of court where possible.'

  • ‘The team is very responsive and tries to address the questions of its clients in a specific manner.’

Key clients

  • Avolon Aerospace Leasing Limited
  • CIT GROUP FINANCE (IRELAND) UNLIMITED COMPANY
  • Macquarie Aircraft Leasing Services (UK) Limited

Work highlights

  • Representing and acting for Macquarie Aircraft Leasing Services (UK) Limited in relation to the debt restructuring and business rehabilitation process of its Thai debtor, Thai AirAsia X Co., Ltd.
  • Acting for many lessor creditors of TAAX in relation to its debt restructuring, including the Avolon group.

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Nathee Silacharoen, Seiji Akimoto, Tawatchai Boonmayapan, Tip-apa Limvichai, V. Joseph Tisuthiwongse, Waree Shinsirikul