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What the Team is Known For

Bennett Jones is a prominent Calgary-headquartered law firm with an acclaimed group of financing lawyers who are praised for their deep technical understanding of the aviation industry. The team is renowned for its advice to Canadian airlines and service providers on aircraft purchases and sales, leasing, financing and debt restructuring matters. It has notable experience representing aviation infrastructure consortiums in matters relating to fuel facilities, including project development and finance. The firm is further active in related disputes, as well as providing regulatory advice. It is a popular choice among financial institutions and leasing companies.

Work Highlights

  • Bennett Jones continued to act for Chorus Aviation in its aircraft-backed loan facility with the Bank of Nova Scotia, including on the implementation of the rolling security.

Strengths

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Bennett Jones is very focused on practical advice provided on a timely basis and its lawyers take the time to learn the business objectives of the organisation that they are dealing with.

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The Bennett Jones team is knowledgeable, up to date on changing perspectives from a legal standpoint and creative in its approach.

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Bennett Jones offers thorough analysis and an understanding of the client, which allows it to provide highly tailored advice.

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Notable Practitioners

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Patrick J Brennan
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Patrick J Brennan
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Senior Statespeople

Patrick Brennan advises airlines, aircraft manufacturers and lenders across the full spectrum of aviation finance matters.

Patrick Brennan provides great behind the scenes support, has unapparelled aviation knowledge and is such a valuable resource.

Pat is a wonderful advisor.

Patrick has great legal experience, is well-versed in aviation and is responsive.

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Ian C. Michael
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Ian C. Michael
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Ian Michael is known for his strong expertise in aviation infrastructure-related matters. He regularly serves on aviation financing matters.

Ian is a delight to work with. He is knowledgeable, professional and personable.

Ian's knowledge, practical judgement and ability to summarise and explain complex matters efficiently and with a business-minded approach are qualities we admire.

Ian Michael has exceptional knowledge of the industry. I can't say enough good things about him.

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Noriko Shimura
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Noriko Shimura
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Noriko Shimura has notable expertise in handling aviation transactions for both lenders and borrowers. She regularly manages complex leasing work and acquisition financings.

Noriko is excellent.

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Taylor Davis
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Taylor Davis
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Up and Coming

Taylor Davis is an increasingly prominent Calgary-based lawyer who is notably skilled in the field of aviation finance. He is particularly experienced in the negotiation of aircraft and spare engine lease agreements.

Taylor's response time is unmatched, he is extremely knowledgeable and provides excellent client service.

Taylor Davis is great.

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Ranked Lawyers at
Bennett Jones LLP

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Patrick J Brennan
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Patrick J Brennan
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Senior Statespeople
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Ian C. Michael
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Ian C. Michael
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Band 3
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Noriko Shimura
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Noriko Shimura
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Taylor Davis
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Taylor Davis
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Up and Coming
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