Flight & Logistic Services
Specialist lawyers for the aviation sector
When it comes to the law, aviation is a niche sector. Finding a law firm that understands aviation law and is experienced in the sector can be challenging. Lester Aldridge is one of the few law firms outside of London that understands theory and has the expertise and experience to find you relevant specialist advice. We work with airlines, aircraft operators and airports to provide assistance and advice in a range of commercial, regulatory and legal matters.
Our international multi-disciplinary team will advise you
on the full breadth of aviation industry related work including
corporate, commercial, intellectual property, employment, dispute resolution,
real estate and competition issues.
For decades, we have worked and continue to work with major players
in the sector, including national and regional airlines, government
ministries, airport operators, aircraft, engine and component manufacturers,
training providers, cargo and ground services suppliers.
Airlines & Airports
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Aerospace Contracts
Any business is likely to require a range of commercial contracts to cover its various business activities and its relationships with its customers and suppliers. Examples of commercial contracts are terms and conditions of sale or purchase, service agreements, framework agreements, agency or distribution agreements, confidentiality agreements or intellectual property licensing agreements. Each type of contract will have its own unique requirements but any agreement must clearly set out the rights and obligations of each party. A carefully drafted contract can avoid disputes arising, and in the unfortunate case that they do arise, should suggest ways for the parties to resolve the contract dispute or, in a worst case scenario, to exit the arrangement. Key elements to be covered are the term of the agreement, and goods or services to be supplied, the payment terms for such goods or services, any specific obligations on each party, the law governing the contract and the courts which can hear a dispute, whether any mediation or alternative dispute resolution procedure should apply, in what circumstances the parties can terminate the agreement and what the consequences of termination are.