Chris Smith

Expertise

Chris specialises in aviation liability and European regulatory issues. He has extensive experience dealing with both passenger claims and actions from state departments and national enforcement bodies, under domestic and European law. Recently, Chris’ expertise has been sought to defend airline terms and conditions and pricing policies. He regularly works with carriers to ensure compliance with consumer protection legislation.

Coming from an industry background, Chris’ experience has proved invaluable to airline clients and enables him to work cohesively alongside them. In addition to technical advisory work, Chris has worked with a number of carriers to help develop claims handling procedures and deliver associated training.

 

Career

  • Paralegal,      Gates and Partners, 2008 – 2011
  • Claims      Manager, GB Airways  2002 – 2008

Education

  • Graduate Diploma in Law , 2011

Publications

Author of articles published in various industry publications.

Public Speaking

Chris has conducted a number of seminars and presentations to airlines and travel industry personnel. He has also been a guest speaker at educational institutions and at aviation legal symposiums.

Interests

Chris is a keen motorcyclist and is interested in early twentieth century literature.