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Daniel B. Soffin
Partner |
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+44(0)20 7220 5999 |
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+44(0)7881 626 051 |
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+44(0)20 7220 5951 |
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| Expertise:
Dan has developed a strong business-oriented aviation practice, with particular expertise in airline start-ups. Additionally, he advises on a wide range of aerospace insurance-related work, as well as claims handling and disaster management. He has been appointed lead counsel for a prominent Asian carrier to advise on all legal issues arising from their establishment of a UK regional crew and operations base. This includes employment and immigration issues. He has been implementing an innovative strategy for a major European airline and its insurers to resolve litigation "trapped" in the Indian court system which has led to the resolution of the overwhelming majority of cases, some more than 25 years old. Over the years, Dan has developed an extensive practice in Israel and India; as well as in Asia and the Middle East.
Career:
- Partner (previously Assistant Solicitor and Trainee Solicitor), Beaumont & Son, London, 1992-2003.
- Counsel, The Philadelphia Stock Exchange, USA; 1991-1992.
Education:
- Solicitor, admitted in England and Wales, 1994.
- Admitted to the Federal and State Courts of Pennsylvania, 1992.
- Juris Doctorate, Temple University Law School, USA, 1991; Dean's List for high academic performance; highest grade and best paper award in jurisprudence; 2nd place, Annual Negotiations Competition; Honour Council Representative.
- Master of Health Administration, Georgia State University, USA, 1985.
- Master of Business Administration, Georgia State University, USA, 1984.
- Bachelor of Arts, Emory University, USA, 1980.
Publications and Presentations:
- Numerous articles and presentations to airlines, insurers, brokers, and aviation-related businesses and organisations on various aspects of aviation law and practice.
Languages:
French and Hebrew.
Interests:
Dan enjoys skiing, scuba diving, tennis, theatre and foreign travel.
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