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K&L Gates

Aviation

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Australia


K&L Gates

Rankings

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Aviation - Australia

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

K&L Gates handles a broad array of aviation sector work, advising on aerospace VC investments, regulatory issues relating to drones and liquor licensing and duty free regulations for airports. The team is also able to handle construction matters for airport clients.

Work Highlights

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  • K&L Gates acted for EY, the liquidators of Air Vanuatu (Operations) Limited throughout the liquidation process, attending all creditors meetings, advising on creditor claims, preparing the deed of compromise and appearing at the hearings in the Supreme Court and the Court of Appeal of Vanuatu.

Strengths

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  • The firm has been very sound, always quick and detailed in its approach. It's easy to work with and likeable.

    Aviation respondentAsia-Pacific
  • The K&L Gates lawyers have been fantastic. They are very supportive and helpful.

    Aviation respondentAsia-Pacific

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Thomas Young
    Band 2Thomas Young

    Thomas Young

    Thomas Young is regularly instructed by aircraft operators and a variety of other industry actors to give regulatory and contractual advice. He demonstrates experience in both domestic and cross-border mandates.

Ranked Individuals at K&L Gates (1)

Australia

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