Transportation: Aviation: Regulatory
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Provided by Cozen O'Connor
Cozen O’Connor has one of the most formidable transportation groups of any major U.S. law firm with decades of experience in maritime, aviation, logistics, intermodal, and ground transport.
Cozen O’Connor’s Aviation Regulatory attorneys represent major U.S. and non-U.S. passenger and cargo airlines; airline trade associations; public charter operators; aircraft, engine and equipment manufacturers; aircraft lessors; corporate flight departments, air travel distribution companies; advanced air mobility/air taxi and uncrewed aircraft system (drone) manufacturers and operators; air/ground express delivery companies, and logistics specialists. We also advise and represent Fortune 500 companies, banks, private individuals, private equity funds, and other investors with aviation-related operations or transactions.
Our regulatory work encompasses all applicable regulatory and legal requirements, including those administered by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). We also regularly advise aviation clients on antitrust matters, including those before the U.S. Department of Justice.
Chambers Review
Cozen O'Connor houses a skilled regulatory group, servicing an impressive roster of aerospace manufacturers and trade associations, as well as commercial and cargo carriers. It regularly practices before the FAA, DOT and other government agencies in all matters related to compliance, licensing and rulemaking. The team is experienced in counseling a diverse range of industry stakeholders, including a number of private equity companies investing in the aviation industry. The firm's further expertise lies in advising on the regulatory elements of airline joint ventures, alliances and M&A activity, as well as in the formation of new airlines.
Work Highlights
- Cozen O'Connor advised the Lufthansa Group’s numerous airlines and other aviation industry subsidiaries and affiliates on a wide range of US aviation regulatory issues.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Cozen O'Connor's lawyers are a go-to for aviation regulatory work and they are excellent."
"Cozen attorneys are very knowledgeable about aviation regulations and are skilled at drafting effectively."
"The team's skills, research and legal arguments are top-notch."
"Cozen O'Connor's lawyers are a go-to for aviation regulatory work and they are excellent."
"Cozen attorneys are very knowledgeable about aviation regulations and are skilled at drafting effectively."
"The team's skills, research and legal arguments are top-notch."
Notable Practitioners
David Heffernan is highly respected in the field, and has considerable experience advising a myriad of aviation clients. He regularly handles proceedings before the FAA and DOT.
"He's an encyclopedia of aviation law and has key contacts in the aviation industry."
"David is a great lawyer who is easy to work with and knows the sector."
Jonathon Foglia is particularly well-versed in issues including licensing, registration and advertising standards. He represents airlines and trade associations, among other industry participants.
"Jonathon is a top-notch regulatory advisor."
"He is an expert in the regulatory environment."
Patrick Rizzi is an experienced regulatory lawyer who acts for an impressive range of clients, including commercial airlines and UAS industry players.
"Patrick is a thorough and detailed professional."
"He is a very knowledgeable and experienced attorney."
Rachel Welford advises a broad client base, including airlines, corporations and non-US carriers, on a range of regulatory and compliance matters. She has experience handling CARES Act work and obtaining authorizations from the DOT.
"Rachel has encyclopedic knowledge."
"She has a very pragmatic view of the regulations, drafts incredibly well and is trusted."
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