Transportation: Aviation: Finance
USA Guide 2024 : USA - Nationwide
Band 3
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Smith, Gambrell & Russell houses an established aviation finance group, acts for leasing companies and domestic airlines, as well as clients in the banking sector. Advises on operating leases, aircraft portfolio transactions, asset-backed securitizations and refinancings.
Work Highlights
- Smith, Gambrell & Russell represented EXIM Bank in connection with the restructuring of an existing facility with respect to six 787 Aircraft and one 777 Aircraft from Kenya Airways to the Kenyan Government.
Strengths
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"The team are very adept at balancing legal issues and the desired commercial result."
"The firm have a deep bench of lawyers that tap into every area of aviation."
"Smith Gambrell have great experience and depth, which is very helpful for their clients."
"The team are very adept at balancing legal issues and the desired commercial result."
"The firm have a deep bench of lawyers that tap into every area of aviation."
"Smith Gambrell have great experience and depth, which is very helpful for their clients."
Notable Practitioners
Joshua Gentner is widely recognized in the market for his established transactional practice, representing significant clients in the financial sector, as well as airlines. His expertise covers lease financings and securitizations, among other matters.
"Joshua is a go-to and trusted counsel."
"He is very experienced and has good, long-standing relationships."
Jeffrey Tenen is adept at handling issues such as asset-based financings and credit facilities.
"Jeffrey is highly knowledgeable in aviation finance."
Peter Barlow is commended for his expertise in aviation financings. He has particular experience of aviation sector restructurings and bankruptcy proceedings. He represents leasing companies, airlines and financing parties.
Marc Latman handles sale and leaseback transactions on behalf of aircraft leasing companies. He also manages restructurings for sector clients.
"Marc is user-friendly, client-focused and personable."
"Marc is very strong and experienced in large transactions."
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