Aviation
Asia-Pacific Guide 2025 : India
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AZB & Partners is a full-service law firm in India, recognised for its active aviation finance practice. It regularly advises leading global banks and lessors on a suite of aircraft financings, including restructuring deals. The team also handles litigation issues arising from financings, as well as sector-relevant insolvency proceedings. The firm also advises on airport infrastructure development. AZB & Partners has offices across India, with particularly strong aviation expertise within its Mumbai team.
Work Highlights
- AZB & Partners advised TATA Sons on the proposed merger of TATA SIA Airlines ('Vistara') and Talace.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They are well versed in the industry and its legal and technical aspects. The team comprises experienced individuals who have knowledge of the industry and its complexities."
"AZB is the go-to firm for any complex and sophisticated matters relating to aviation. They are known for their business-oriented solutions for any such legal issues."
"They are well versed in the industry and its legal and technical aspects. The team comprises experienced individuals who have knowledge of the industry and its complexities."
"AZB is the go-to firm for any complex and sophisticated matters relating to aviation. They are known for their business-oriented solutions for any such legal issues."
Notable Practitioners
Anand Shah is a partner based in the firm's Mumbai office. He regularly advises key domestic and international names on aviation matters, such as aircraft leasing and repossession.
"Anand is a fantastic lawyer combining legal and commercial understanding with a very responsive attitude."
"Anand is one of the foremost aviation finance lawyers in India."
Rishiraj Baruah is a senior associate in AZB & Partners' Mumbai office, noted among sources for his significant expertise in relation to aircraft finance and airline insolvencies.