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WE ARE A SECTOR-FOCUSSED LAW FIRM WITH EXTENSIVE EXPERTISE AND INDUSTRY INSIGHT ACROSS ENERGY, INFRASTRUCTURE AND TRANSPORT.

Since our inception in 1982 as a ship and aviation finance boutique, sector focus has been at the heart of our strategy. Today, we build on that heritage by applying insight and commercially informed thinking to every matter we handle, helping clients achieve their strategic objectives in an increasingly complex and competitive environment.

Through our international network, we advise on complex, high-value transactions and disputes – matters requiring precise legal execution and a nuanced understanding of global market dynamics. Our approach combines rigorous legal analysis with commercial awareness to deliver certainty and long-term value.

We are committed to exceptional client service, investing in our people and championing sustainability and inclusion. Our values guide how we work – fostering collaboration, driving innovation and enabling practical solutions that help our clients and people succeed.

WE ARE EXPERTS

Commercial insight is the cornerstone of our offering and a key driver of our reputation for excellence. Technical expertise is expected; what differentiates us is our ability to integrate sector knowledge with strategic thinking to deliver innovative, tailored solutions that address complex legal issues while advancing our clients’ business objectives.

WE ARE UNITED

By leveraging our international network of specialists, we collaborate seamlessly across practices and jurisdictions to provide comprehensive expertise, cross-border insights and enhanced client service. This approach enables us to win and deliver matters of size, complexity and strategic importance – work that demands both legal excellence and commercial acumen.

WE CARE

From delivering legal excellence to advancing responsible business practices, we care deeply about creating and enabling positive change for our clients, colleagues and the communities in which we operate.

WE ARE EXPERIENCED

Commercial insight is the cornerstone of our offering and a key driver of our reputation for excellence. Technical expertise is expected; what differentiates us is our ability to integrate sector knowledge with strategic thinking to deliver innovative, tailored solutions that address complex legal issues while advancing our clients’ business objectives.

WE ARE UNITED

By leveraging our international network of specialists, we collaborate seamlessly across practices and jurisdictions to provide comprehensive expertise, cross-border insights and enhanced client service. This approach enables us to win and deliver matters of size, complexity and strategic importance – work that demands both legal excellence and commercial acumen.

WE CARE

From delivering legal excellence to advancing responsible business practices, we care deeply about creating and enabling positive change for our clients, colleagues and the communities in which we operate.

  • 1982 Founded
  • 200+ Partners
  • 800+ Lawyers
  • 19 Offices

Our Offices

Our Global leadership team

Supervisory BoardReveal

Our Supervisory Board sets the firm’s purpose and strategy, ensuring we stay aligned with client priorities and market dynamics. It also champions our culture and responsible business commitments, creating an environment where our people can deliver exceptional results.

Operations BoardReveal

The Operations Board drives the implementation of our strategy and oversees the systems and processes that enable seamless client service. By empowering our people with the tools and resources they need, the Board ensures efficient, collaborative and commercially focussed delivery.

Rippan Vig

Rippan Vig

Director of Client & Strategic Development

Sector HeadsReveal

Our Sector Heads shape sector strategy and innovation, ensuring our advice reflects the realities of our clients’ markets and positions them for success in these ever-evolving landscapes.

Jim Bell

Jim Bell

Global Aviation and Aerospace Sector Head