UK Guide 2026 : UK-wide
Ranked Individuals
Provided by Stewarts
We are the leading law firm in the UK and EU for aviation accident claims. We specialise in technically complex aviation litigation, which often involves aviation laws in different countries.
We help pilots, crew, passengers, and their families, involved in aviation accidents and disasters worldwide. We have won groundbreaking results and settlements for families from more than 40 countries across six continents.
The successful results we achieve for our clients are due to the depth of our aviation litigation experience and expertise. We are ranked No.1 in the UK by the leading legal directories and are in the top five firms worldwide for aviation accidents.
Air safety is a right, not a privilege. Getting to the truth of what happened so that lessons can be learned sits at the heart of what we do for our clients.
Provided by Chambers
Stewarts is widely regarded as the go-to firm for claimants in aviation litigation. The team represents survivors and families of victims, both at home and abroad, and frequently takes on multijurisdictional cases. It is routinely instructed following high-profile accidents involving planes and helicopters, with experience of representing both governments and high-net-worth families following aviation accidents.
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Stewarts acted for the families of the Chairman of Leicester Football Club and his two pilots who lost their lives in a helicopter crash.
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Stewarts is the best claimant aviation firm for this type of work. It is an extremely impressive firm.
Their clear communication and commitment to securing the best possible outcome sets them apart from others in the industry.
The firm keeps us updated, advocates for timely resolutions and effectively translates complex technical information into easily understandable terms.
I was struck by Peter Neenan and Sarah Stewart's calmness and empathy, and their passion to get the right outcome for the client.
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Peter Neenan stands out for his experience of acting for victims and families on domestic and multijurisdictional investigations, as well as claims following serious airline accidents.
Peter is a meticulous, efficient, intelligent, hard-working colleague with excellent communication skills.
Peter Neenan demonstrates exceptional expertise, responsiveness and strategic thinking.
Peter is a superstar in the field. He has an exceptional grasp of technical aspects within aviation litigation.
Sarah Stewart is esteemed for her handling of a wide range of fatal and serious injury claims following domestic and international aviation disasters.
Sarah is an excellent professional, with an excellent relationship with the clients and is involved in significant and very high-profile cases.
Sarah Stewart is very strong and supportive. She is always there to help and explain the case.
Sarah is one of those rare people with the ability to see what really matters. She can see the forest for the trees.
Sarah is careful, has sound judgement, knows this subject inside and out and has great experience.
Rebecca is an asset to the firm. She ensures every corner is covered whilst taking into account the clients wants and needs. She is always quick to respond while maintaining a high level of detail.
Rebecca Smith is a tough and determined solicitor who fights hard for her clients. She is very experienced, hard-working and someone the client wants in their corner.
Rebecca is a fabulous solicitor who fights her client's corner.
Rebecca demonstrated exceptional expertise, responsiveness and strategic thinking.
Aviation: Claimant
Aviation: Claimant
Aviation: Claimant
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