Ben Martin
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Ben Martin

Ben Martin

Partner Norton White

location
Sydney, NSW
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About Ben

Ben Martin is a distinguished partner at Norton White in Sydney, Australia, renowned for his expertise in commercial and aviation law. With extensive experience in the field, he provides comprehensive legal advice on aviation matters across Australia and the South-West Pacific. His exceptional skills have earned him recognition as one of the top aviation law practitioners globally, according to Legal Media Group's Best of the Best guide. Ben's practice is diverse, encompassing regulatory issues related to domestic and international aircraft operations, legal documentation for commercial passenger and tourism ventures, and transactions involving the acquisition, finance, leasing, or disposal of aircraft. He also navigates competition law challenges within the aviation industry and handles liability claims and litigation relating to aviation incidents. A graduate of the University of New South Wales, Ben holds degrees in Law and Science. He contributes significantly to the aviation sector through his roles with the Flight Safety Foundation, International Legal Advisory Council, and as a director of the Australian Aviation Hall of Fame. Previously, he served as a director of the Regional Aviation Association of Australia and as President of the Aviation Law Association of Australia and New Zealand. Acknowledged by Doyles Guide and Chambers and Partners Asia Pacific Guide, Ben continues to make strides as a leading commercial and aviation lawyer. His thought leadership is evident through numerous presentations and papers delivered at both legal and aviation industry conferences worldwide.

Practice Areas

Commercial Law
Intellectual Property
Property Law

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Resume

Experience

Partner
Partner
Norton White Lawyers
Jan 1999 - Present · 27 years 6 months

Awards

1970
Ranked as one of the top 30 aviation law practitioners in the world
Legal Media Group (“Best of the Best” guide)
2025
Lawyer of the Year, Aviation Law, Sydney
Best Lawyers
2024
Preeminent
Doyles Guide
2024
Transport Aviation Contentious - Global Elite Thought Leader
Who’s Who Legal
2024
Transport Aviation Finance - Global Elite Thought Leader
Who’s Who Legal
2024
Transport Aviation Regulatory - Recommended
Who’s Who Legal
2023
Band 2 Aviation
Chambers And Partners Asia Pacific Guide
2023
Leading Commercial & Aviation Lawyer of the Year
Leading Advisor Awards
2023
Best Lawyers
Best Lawyers
2022
Preeminent Aviation Lawyer
Doyles Guide
2022
Best Lawyers in Australia
Best Lawyers in Australia
2022
Best of the Best Global - IFLR 1000 Expert Guide (top 30 Aviation Law practitioners)
IFLR 1000 Expert Guide
2020
Best Lawyer in Aviation
Best Lawyers In Australia

Contact Information

Sydney, NSW

LocationLevel 4, 66 Hunter Street, Sydney, NSW
Click to Reveal Phone Number+6129230..
WebsiteView Website

Practice Certificate

Name
Ben Martin
Date of Admission
1987
Certification type
Principal of a law practice
Class
Law Practice
Region
NSW
CheckLast checked: 9 Jul 2026•
Checked with the Law Society of NSW

Practice Categories

Commercial Law
  • Company Secretarial
  • Farm Succession Planning
  • General Advice
  • Notary Public
  • Strata Law
  • Superannuation
  • Tax Law
  • Technology Law
  • Trusts
Intellectual Property
  • Disputes
  • General Advice
  • Patents and Trademarks
Property Law
  • Banking & Finance
  • Construction Law
  • Conveyancing
  • General Advice
  • Leases
  • Mortgages