Stewarts, Aviation | Chambers UK Profile

About

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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.

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What the Team is Known For

Stewarts is widely regarded as the go-to firm for claimants in aviation litigation. The team represents survivors as well as 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 representing both governments and high net worth families following aviation accidents.

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Work Highlights

Stewarts acted for the families of some of the passengers who lost their lives in the crash of Ethiopian Airlines Flight ET302.

Strengths

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We have a great communication with Stewarts. They answer all the questions patiently and on time, always keep us updated about the case and are very organised.

Aviation respondent
UK

The lawyers at Stewarts are not only skilled in air law, but have technical expertise as well. In addition to that, they are very helpful and do have great communication with the clients.

Aviation respondent
UK

Stewarts leaves no stone unturned and ensures matters are thoroughly and carefully investigated.

Aviation respondent
UK

We have a great communication with Stewarts. They answer all the questions patiently and on time, always keep us updated about the case and are very organised.

Aviation respondent
UK

The lawyers at Stewarts are not only skilled in air law, but have technical expertise as well. In addition to that, they are very helpful and do have great communication with the clients.

Aviation respondent
UK

Stewarts leaves no stone unturned and ensures matters are thoroughly and carefully investigated.

Aviation respondent
UK

Notable Practitioners

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Peter Neenan

Band 1

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.

I am impressed with Peter. He is astute, switched on and knowledgeable about aviation, including liability.

Peter gives me complete confidence.

Peter is one of the leading aviation lawyers, has a very good technical understanding and is very polished.

He is reliable, diligent and hard working. He is very skilled in terms of negotiation and settlement.

Peter Neenan is not only an excellent attorney, but also an amazing engineer who is able to bring technical knowledge to the handling of a matter.

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Sarah Stewart

Band 1

Sarah Stewart is esteemed for her handling of a wide range of fatal and serious injury claims following domestic and international aviation disasters.

Sarah demonstrated continuous empathy and compassion towards the clients, regardless of the tension, strain or just tiring longevity of the process.

Sarah was always sensitive, capable and professional in all matters.

Sarah Stewart is a skilled attorney with great client relation skills.

Sarah is a brilliant lawyer and has a particular strength in successfully mediating aviation cases

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Rebecca Smith

Band 2

Rebecca Smith has extensive knowledge of claims concerning fatal and serious injury following high-profile aeroplane and helicopter accidents.

An exceptional lawyer and person. Rebecca has shown her value to the case and is impeccable in all aspects.

Rebecca Smith is very organised, detail-oriented and hardworking. In addition to that, she is also very helpful with clients' questions and she has great communication skills.

Rebecca is an energetic and determined litigator. She does not shy away from difficult issues and works extremely hard to progress her client's interests.

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