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About
Provided by Holland & Knight LLP
- Holland & Knight's Aviation Finance Practice has earned an international reputation for cutting-edge transactional work involving the domestic and cross-border financing, leasing and trading of aircraft, engines and spare parts, including sophisticated capital markets financings, joint ventures, M&A transactions, bespoke structures for investors and alternative lenders, and "first of its kind" transactions.
- Holland & Knight represents some of the biggest players in the world in the largest transactions in the aviation industry and has extensive, demonstrated cross-border prowess, including market leading experience in the Americas. We deliver more than just financial services-related advice, as many deals involve corporate, regulatory, bankruptcy, insurance and tax support for transactions unique to the aviation industry.
- Our status as a recognized leader in addressing the legal concerns of aviation industry participants is the result of our extensive experience as well as our active involvement in a variety of endeavors that support the industry. Current and past activities include serving as chair of the ABA Subcommittee on Aircraft Financing; chair and vice chair of the Legal Advisory Panel to the Aviation Working Group in connection with the Cape Town Convention; serving on the International Registry Board; and writing numerous articles in industry publications and chapters in aviation law treatises.
Chambers Review
Holland & Knight LLP is a prominent practice with a deep bench of experienced practitioners with strong capability in the full range of aviation finance matters. Its areas of expertise include leasing and sales transactions, securitization and debt financing. The firm is recognized for proficiency in cross-border transactions for airlines and jet operators. It works with an impressive client roster that includes airlines, leasing companies and corporate jet operators. The team is able to draw on support from its nationwide network of offices, especially in New York and San Francisco.
Work Highlights
- Holland & Knight LLP advised Pegasus Airlines on a $600 million sustainability-linked loan, which was secured by the support of UK Export Finance to fund ten new Airbus A321neo aircraft.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team are very responsive and offer efficient, clear and concise advice in a timely manner."
"The firm has a strong and hard-working aviation team."
"Holland & Knight is able to handle complex transactions."
"The team are very responsive and offer efficient, clear and concise advice in a timely manner."
"The firm has a strong and hard-working aviation team."
"Holland & Knight is able to handle complex transactions."
Notable Practitioners
John Pritchard is one of the most esteemed figures in the aviation finance Bar. With over 25 years' experience in the field, he is held in particularly high regard for his work for significant international lending clients.
Phillip Durham chairs the asset finance practice at the firm and handles both domestic and international aviation financings.
"Phil is a pleasure to work with. He consistently provides clear, distinct advice with a high level of service."
"He is strong, practical and knows the market very well."
Nathan Leavitt is noted for his representation of aircraft leasing companies. He has particular expertise in aviation sector Chapter 11 proceedings.
"Nathan is a strong practitioner in the space."
"Nathan is very commercial and knows how to get deals done."
Ranked Lawyers at
Holland & Knight LLP
USA - Nationwide
Members
Provided by Holland & Knight LLP
Audrey Sung
Brian Daigle
Debra Erni
Laura Lewis
Head of Department
Richard Crowley
Richard Furey
Richard Sharman
Robert Ricketts
Victoria Koob
William Coleman
Industries
Provided by Holland & Knight LLP
Aerospace & Defense
Asset Finance
Aviation
Business Aviation
Financial Services
Shipping Finance
Transportation