The Hunton & Williams LLP Immigration practice, part of the firm's Labor and Employment Team, is concentrated in two major areas. First our work involves advising American and foreign businesses about obtaining the most appropriate temporary and permanent work visas for executives, professionals, and other skilled foreign workers. Careful planning and documentation are necessary to ensure the greatest chance of success. We also represent our clients in any negotiations or administrative...
Practice Expertise
Areas of Practice
- Banking and Finance
- Energy and Infrastructure
- Financial Services
- Structured Finance and Securitization
Profile
Richard advises on a range of asset finance matters and is well regarded for his strength in aviation-related transactions (fixed and rotor). He focuses on aviation finance and leasing, equipment finance, renewable energy assets, shipping, and rail. He represents airlines, banks, corporates, financial institutions, lessors, operators, manufacturers, and sponsors.
In 2019, Richard advised on the first sustainable finance transaction for an international airline to secure funding for a project based on its compatibility with the Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations.
Prior to joining Hunton Andrews Kurth’s London office, Richard was a partner on the asset finance team at DLA Piper and Ernst & Young. Richard is consistently ranked in Legal 500, Chambers & Partners and Who’s Who Legal as a leading lawyer in his field. Chambers & Partners quotes clients who note that Richard “is a pleasure to work with and has a great way of dealing with people. Whilst being technically excellent, he is also a very pragmatic and commercial lawyer.”
Bar Admissions
Education
BSC (Hons), Psychology, Newcastle University, 2000
Commendation, legal practice course, Nottingham Trent University, 2002
Areas of Practice
- Banking and Finance
- Energy and Infrastructure
- Financial Services
- Structured Finance and Securitization
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