Law firm Norton Rose Fulbright has expanded its global aviation practice with the appointment of leading aviation finance partner Leo Fattorini as its head of aircraft finance for Asia and the Middle East. Fattorini will be based in Singapore.
He joins from Bird & Bird, where he led the firm's global aviation practice. He has extensive experience in aircraft finance and leasing. He also previously served as legal counsel for Virgin Atlantic Airways.
Fattorini has spent over a decade in Singapore, which has allowed him to develop strong ties across the Asia-Pacific region — particularly in India where he supported over 250 aircraft deliveries.
Norton Rose said his “regional insight and growing profile” in the Middle East will strengthen the firm's global aviation offering.
Joining with Fattorini are counsel Chris Healy, senior associate Adam Smart, associate Chow Yue Poon, newly qualified solicitor Jennie Chan and paralegal Germin Tan.
The team is expected to be based initially across Singapore and Hong Kong.
“[The team's] arrival reinforces our commitment to delivering market-leading aviation finance advice across key global hubs," said Norton Rose Fulbright global head of aviation Duncan Batchelor. "Leo’s vast experience - spanning private practice, in-house airline counsel, and international aircraft transactions - makes him the perfect fit for our firm.”
“His deep regional experience, combined with his commercial acumen and leadership, will be a tremendous asset to our clients,” said Norton Rose Fulbright head of Singapore Yu-En Ong. "We’re excited to welcome Leo and his team to our Singapore and Hong Kong offices, and look forward to the impact they will make across the region.”
“The firm's international reach and collaborative culture make it an ideal environment to continue supporting clients across Asia-Pacific and the Middle East,” said Fattorini. “I look forward to working with my new colleagues to further strengthen our offering in this dynamic and fast-evolving sector.”