Litigation Lawyer (Italy) for Airline Passengers Claims

Please, only apply if you have a valid Attorney at Law license and are authorised to practise law by the Regulation Authority in ITALY.

Overview

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AirAdvisor is dedicated to ensuring air travelers receive the compensation they are entitled to for flight disruptions. We handle delays, cancellations, missed connections, or airline-related issues such as overbooking. In June 2025, we launched a new service for baggage claims (lost, delayed, or destroyed luggage). We operate in the EU, UK, and other international markets, focusing on protecting air passenger rights globally. We have processed over 500,000 claims for clients from 221 countries, with a 4.7-star rating from 25,550+ reviews. We currently operate in 21 languages (9 more forthcoming this year) and aim to reach 1 million claims by the end of 2026. We are an ambitious and fast-growing startup with a clear vision for international expansion.

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Litigation Lawyer specializing in consumer flight claims (typically via small claims procedure) to lead in-court collections. You may own or want to open your own boutique legal firm in Italy. Pre-court collections are managed by a team of paralegals. You will be responsible for filing batches of court cases to collect compensation and / or reimbursement of Out-of-Pocket Expenses (OPE) incurred by passengers and / or recover ticket refunds. AirAdvisor currently handles three types of airline claims :

EU261 compensation for flight delays, cancellations, and denied boarding, and three types of baggage claims under the Montreal Convention : lost, delayed, and / or destroyed luggage.

If the law or a judge decides the case unfairly, we would consider escalating this to change the law, if feasible. There may be PR opportunities regarding court victories and essential legal issues to bring to public awareness. This is an excellent opportunity for high performers who can self-perform, have strong litigation experience, and have a passion for advocating consumer rights in the airline industry.

The candidate must be free from conflicts of interest, i.e., be free to litigate claims against different airlines.

Requirements

• A valid Attorney at Law license in Italy and professional liability insurance.
• A law degree from an accredited institution.
• Experience with small claims, consumer rights, or aviation law is a plus, but not required.
• Knowledge of relevant consumer protection laws and aviation regulations is a plus, but not required.
• Proven track record of success in in-court collection.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess case merits, conduct legal research, and develop effective legal strategies.
• Ability to manage a caseload, prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and track statute of limitations.
• Experience in automating and standardizing claims management processes to scale up quickly.

Responsibilities

• Act as the legal representative of AirAdvisor in Italy, handling all legal matters and claims filed within the jurisdiction.
• Assist in setting up a law firm in Italy if feasible, including corporate structuring and registering relevant personnel on official lists in Italy.
• Pre-court collections and out-of-court settlements.
• Prepare and file batches of approximately 200+ new claims monthly in Italian courts against various airlines for: (a) Compensation under EU Regulation 261 / 2004 and / or Turkish SHY Regulation for flight delays, cancellations, and denied boarding; (b) Reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses incurred by passengers under EU261 / 2004 and / or the Montreal Convention; (c) Ticket refunds owed to passengers under applicable legal frameworks; (d) Handle baggage-related claims under the Montreal Convention and / or Warsaw Convention.
• Respond comprehensively and assertively to airline legal defenses, including substantive arguments as well as procedural and jurisdictional challenges.
• Lead the enforcement of court judgments, including initiating enforcement proceedings and coordinating with bailiffs or enforcement authorities when necessary.
• Engage in court-led settlement negotiations and, where applicable, represent AirAdvisor’s interests in securing favorable in-court settlements.
• Maintain complete and accurate legal case files, ensuring compliance with Italian legal ethics, data protection regulations, and professional standards.
• Conduct thorough legal research and comparative analysis to compile best practices for managing recurring legal issues in airline and consumer rights litigation.
• Stay informed about developments in consumer protection law, aviation regulations, EU regulations, and judicial precedents to provide updated, authoritative legal advice and representation.
• Where applicable, pursue legal remedies, including appeals, and advocate for legislative changes if strategically feasible.
• Support the optimization and automation of claims management workflows using legal technology solutions, including AI-based tools, to improve efficiency and scalability.
• Identify and propose new civil claims opportunities viable under Italian law with low-value, high-volume potential, including but not limited to areas such as : (a)