UK-based luxury asset law firm Bargate Murray has welcomed the arrival of leading lawyer and ex RAF pilot Jim Morris, who will be heading up the firm's aviation group.

Prior to qualifying as a barrister, Morris was an RAF pilot for 10 years where he flew a number of aircraft ranging from high-performance piston, turboprop and fast jets to heavy strategic planes. After his flying career, he worked as a legal officer in the RAF, then in 2008 he moved into private practice in London with a focus on aviation law and high value international aviation litigation. His extensive combined experience as a professional pilot and lawyer spans over 31 years, which has enabled him to provide his clients with a class leading level of service. Jim will head up the firm's aviation group based at its offices in Mayfair in London.

Founder and CEO Quentin Bargate says: “We are all very much looking forward to welcoming Jim to the Bargate Murray team. He brings with him a wealth of experience and knowledge of which will perfectly compliment our already well established departments. We are looking forward to introducing Jim to our clients, contacts and friends over the coming weeks and months.”

Morris adds: "I am thrilled to be joining Bargate Murray. Its specialism in luxury assets and aviation is exceptional, and I am excited to be joining its aviation practice where I can play a major role in continuing and enhancing its aviation law services.”

Bargate Murray has been recognised in the Chambers and Partners High Net Worth Guide in consecutive years. The firm's clients span the globe and include large and respected multinational businesses as well as SMEs and individuals.

The firm has particular expertise in superyachts, business and commercial aviation, litigation and dispute resolution, insurance, commercial law and high-end residential property. The founder and CEO, Quentin Bargate, has some 34 years City law firm experience prior to founding Bargate Murray in 2004.