Asset Finance: Aviation Finance

Oliver Hipperson is head of the London asset finance group at Clifford Chance. He has a particular specialisation in aviation, and oversees sales and financings of fleets or individual aircraft. Hipperson also has notable experience in the shipping sector, overseeing both fleet transactions and large luxury vessel financings.

He is very experienced, hands-on and knowledgeable while being client-oriented.

Oliver is an outstanding adviser with an innate understanding of the commercial drivers for our business and industry.

We highly value Oliver's advice and knowledge.

Ranbir Hunjan is a very capable aviation lawyer with experience advising lenders and lessors. He has advised on fleet transactions, leases and complex financings as well as large M&A transactions.

He is very efficient and good at understanding of the law while not getting bogged down with silly points.

Ranbir is easily contactable at all times and knowledgeable of the industry.

Paul Carrington has strong skills in aviation finance work. He frequently handles financings, leasings and dispositions, advising large investment banks and leasing companies.

He is exceptionally strong from a technical legal perspective, with deep sectoral and industry knowledge and awareness. He is creative and solution-focused with a very calm demeanour.

Paul is always available to discuss any complex or urgent matters.

Richard Evans is routinely engaged by lenders to advise on the financing of helicopters and aircraft. He has experience working on a wide range of financing structures including ECA and PDP financings.

Richard is excellent. His analysis is very good and well structured.

He is very approachable and knowledgeable in the context of cross-border transactions.

Dominic Watts is a senior associate who is focused on rail finance, advising clients on infrastructure and rolling stock matters.

Dominic is always exceptional in the work he produces.