Aviation - Brazil
Band 4
What the Team is Known For
Bonsenso Advogados specialises in executive aviation, providing legal support in aircraft sales, financing structures and regulatory compliance. The law firm advises clients on cross‑border aviation transactions and tax structuring, delivering tailored legal solutions for the sector.
Strengths
One of their key strengths is their extensive network, which consistently delivers real value. Bonsenso Advogados is able to advise on complex structures thanks to their deep understanding of Brazilian law.
Bonsenso Advogados ensures a clear end‑to‑end pathway with strong deadline management and an excellent schedule.
Bonsenso Advogados combines deep industry expertise with a clear understanding of what needs to be done and the agility to deliver it. These qualities are essential in aviation.
Work Highlights
Bonsenso Advogados assisted Banco Santander in Spain and Brazil with restructuring the financing of six Embraer ERJ-195 aircraft leased to Azul Linhas Aereas Brasileiras, addressing the implications of Azul’s May 2025 Chapter 11. The firm lead negotiations with the airline, reviewed proofs of claim and negotiated the portfolio sale with Deucalion as technical adviser.
Notable practitioners
Felipe Bonsenso is well known for handling aircraft transactions, finance, and regulatory matters. He is highly involved in cross-border deals, tax structuring, and negotiations with manufacturers and authorities, demonstrating both legal and commercial expertise.
Felipe is my main point of contact. He is strong both technically and in terms of client relationships. What he does particularly well is understand who the key stakeholders in a transaction are, which allows him to go beyond the purely transactional aspect. He has a real sensitivity to these dynamics.
