Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP is widely recognised for its expertise in advising on major airport development projects, demonstrating particular strength in planning and environmental matters and securing regulatory approvals. The team is also experienced in handling aviation-related disputes involving leasing, insurance, and commercial contracts, often with cross-border elements. Leading the practice is Kim Dietzel, who advises on a range of transactional and regulatory matters; Robert Moore, who assists international airlines in M&A, public takeovers, corporate governance matters, and joint venture agreements; and Gregg Rowan, who handles class action cases and insurance claims within the aviation industry. Competition specialist Clémence Barraud advises on the EU, UK, and French regulatory environments relevant to the aviation sector.