Bio

Tom Johnson is a London-based partner specialising in rail and wider transport matters. Tom has extensive experience advising on a wide variety of rail-related matters, both in the UK and internationally. Tom is “one of the most respected practitioners” in the industry, according to the Legal Directory, Chambers. Tom’s clients include Government bodies and regulators, manufacturers, ROSCOs, financiers, operators and owning groups, and Tom has advised on all aspects of the rail industry, with particular experience in rolling stock procurement, leasing, maintenance, modification and refurbishment, franchising and concessions, track access and rolling stock financing. Tom is recognised by the Legal 500 (2023 edition) in the Hall of Fame for Transport (Financing & Leasing and Rail). The Hall of Fame highlights individuals who have received constant praise by their clients for continued excellence.