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The Firm has a robust aviation practice that focuses on aircraft, purchase, sale, leasing and financing of aircraft/helicopters, aircraft engines and aircraft spares, protection of ownership and financiers’ rights in aircraft, enforcement of rights including repossession of aircraft and representation of our clients in insolvency proceedings against Indian airline companies. 


We had the first-mover advantage since we have been involved in drafting of the first aircraft leases and related documentation as well as the first repossessions of aircraft from private airlines in India. 


Our clients include owners, financiers, lessors and providers/servicers of various types of aircraft equipment/parts.

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What the Team is Known For

Wadia Ghandy & Co is regarded by market sources as a top aviation law practice in India. Its stellar team maintains a strong focus on aviation finance, representing leading lessors and financial institutions on high-value financings, sale and leaseback deals and refinancings. It also advises clients on the repossession of aircraft and the termination of lease agreements. Wadia Ghandy & Co's aviation team primarily operates from the firm's Mumbai office.

Strengths

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The team have seamless coordination and are nimble, easily accessible and proactive. India is a complex jurisdiction, so they are the best in that respect.

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They are very strong in assisting aircraft lessors in navigating Indian regulatory complexities. The firm possesses a comprehensive team for aircraft financing, leasing, restructuring and enforcement.

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Notable Practitioners

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Marylou Bilawala
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Marylou Bilawala
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Marylou Bilawala heads the Wadia Ghandy & Co aviation law department in Mumbai. She is highly respected for representing leading lessors and banks in aviation finance deals.

She is an excellent negotiator and provides good advice in a timely manner.

Marylou is the most experienced partner who supports us with transactions in India. Her advice is accurate and fair. She always ensures our deals close on time, given the local law advice timing.

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Dhruv Khanna
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Dhruv Khanna
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Dhruv Khanna is well regarded for his aircraft finance practice, including acting for international lessors on leasing transactions. He is a key member of Wadia Ghandy & Co's Mumbai-based aviation team.

Dhruv is strong technically and provides advice in a timely manner.

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Marylou Bilawala
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Members

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Marylou Bilawala

Marylou Bilawala

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