We represent passengers, bereaved families, and pilots who have been involved in accidents and are suffering the consequences, whether physical, material, or financial.

The firm’s practice covers all accidents related to aviation: airplanes, helicopters, gliders, paragliders, parachutes, hot air balloons. Each case is unique and requires a legal and technical approach specific to the matter at hand.

Le Tutour Avocats also listens to its clients who have suffered a tragedy with devastating consequences.

Technical nature of aviation law

We are most often accompanied by aeronautical experts to ensure a precise and thorough understanding of the circumstances of the accident and its consequences.

We ensure that the procedure is as clear and humane as possible. Obtaining the truth, asserting your rights, and receiving fair compensation: the firm acts with tact and discretion, but also with determination.

For pilots, who are often exposed to long and complex investigations, we offer a rigorous defence, combining knowledge of the aviation world with expertise in criminal and civil procedures. We strive to place the facts in their technical and operational context.

An aviation accident turns lives upside down.

The firm puts its skills at the service of its clients in order to have their rights recognized and obtain fair compensation.

The firm acts in both civil compensation proceedings and before the criminal courts when the person responsible for the accident is accused of an offense. This dual expertise enables us to provide comprehensive support for the legal and judicial issues related to air accidents.

It assists French and foreign clients, whether the accident occurred in France or abroad. 

In the case of transnational proceedings, it works closely with foreign colleagues to ensure a consistent and effective defence before the competent courts. This international dimension is essential in a field where airlines, manufacturers, and insurers are often based in several countries.

Beyond legal expertise, the firm places a central emphasis on listening to and providing personalized support to each client. One of the objectives of our practice is to assist our clients in a clear, rigorous, and humane manner.

How to choose a lawyer in the event of an aviation accident?

Aviation law is a very specific area of law, and choosing your lawyer requires careful consideration. Here are a few tips to guide you:

• Check their main area of practice: Make sure that the lawyer has a good understanding of the specific aspects of aviation law, particularly the applicable liability regimes.
• Field experience: Choose lawyers with proven experience who have already represented clients in situations similar to yours.
• Evaluate fees: Clear fees and working conditions are essential. We offer free initial consultation to discuss your case with no obligation.

We are committed to defending your rights under aviation law in the event of an aircraft accident. Our expertise allows us to act quickly and effectively to protect your interests, whether you are an individual or a professional in the sector.

Examples of aviation law cases dealt with by Le Tutour Avocats

– Le Tutour Avocats represents three families of victims of a plane crash during a training flight following a bird strike

– Le Tutour Avocats represents a family bereaved following an accident caused by a faulty aircraft carburetor. 

– The firm is representing a family of victims and the association of victims of the collision between two helicopters that took place in Argentina during the filming of the TV show Dropped.

– It represents several families of victims of the Boeing 737 Max plane crash operated by Ethiopian Airlines. 

– It represents a family of victims of a helicopter crash in the Dordogne. 

– Tutour Avocats represents the interests of a family following the accident of a British paraglider who was not rescued in accordance with regulations in France.

– Le Tutour Avocats represented its clients in criminal court following a private plane accident in Courchevel in the absence of an air carrier certificate

– Le Tutour Avocats represents a pilot following a helicopter incident in Spain that caused property damage