Aviation
Whether it’s an insurance claim arising at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, a partnership between various (air) carriers, a (wet) lease during the busier summer months, an (agency) agreement with a travel agency, or a case involving passenger rights: we’re no strangers to a bit of turbulence in the aviation industry. The aviation industry is characterized by a complex landscape of national and international companies and consumers. This encompasses, among other things, commercial law, insurance law, as well as international treaties and European law. We are happy to assist you with all legal matters you may encounter in the aviation sector.
Specialized Regulations in the Aviation Industry
An airline or ground handling company operates just like any other business, but it must also comply with a large number of specialized regulations. These include, for example, European Regulations, IATA resolutions, and the Montreal Convention. Our aviation team is always up to date on Dutch and international regulations and ensures that this information is easily accessible to you. This way, you are always aware of the applicable law.
Aviation Passenger Rights Proceedings
Proceedings regarding passenger rights are another area where legal support is often needed in the aviation sector. This includes, for example, passengers filing claims with the airline when their flight is delayed by 3 hours or more or canceled. We assist airlines with such disputes, assess whether a successful defense is possible, conduct litigation, and, if desired, reach settlements.
Advice on Contracts in the Aviation Industry
In addition to litigation, we deal extensively with consulting within the airline industry. We can assist you with such matters as:
- entering into settlement agreements regarding damages;
- averting liability for damages suffered;
- claiming damages;
- hiring (leasing) of an aircraft;
- entering into maintenance contracts for aircraft in the Netherlands;
- lifting or attachment of aircraft in the Netherlands;
- entering into cooperation with Dutch airline.
Lawyers aviation
To provide legal advice, knowledge of current developments in the aviation sector is crucial. Staying up-to-date on relevant European legislation and rulings of the European Court of Justice is essential.
We represent international airlines and airports. We are also regularly engaged by foreign law firms without an office in the Netherlands. Curious about what we can do for your aviation-related legal issues? Please contact Gentia Niesert.
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SPECIALIZED LAWYERS
These are our lawyers who are specialized in this area.
Anouk van Houdt
Gentia Niesert
Carolina Corijn
Legal assistant
+31 (0)10 209 27 52
corijn@lvh-advocaten.nl
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Ina Erwich
Carola Plomp
Secretary
+31 (0)10 209 27 75
plomp@lvh-advocaten.nl (more…)
Bram van Ruijven
Legal assistant aviation
+31 (0)10 209 27 64
vanruijven@lvh-advocaten.nl
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Sebastiaan Knook
Legal assistant aviation
+31 (0)10 209 27 52
knook@lvh-advocaten.nl
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The pilot’s employment contract: points of interest and details for airlines
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