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Milbank LLP

Asset Finance: Aviation Finance

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Milbank is the premier provider of legal services to the Asset Finance sector worldwide. We have helped our clients develop most if not all of the structures and products that have become first of a kind and then most often utilised in the industry. Our clients represent a true cross-section of the major players, including leasing companies, investment banks, manufacturers, export credit agencies, lenders, governments, equity participants and private equity and hedge funds.

We have an unparalleled wealth of experience gained from transactions in all jurisdictions and provide market leading legal expertise combined with specific industry knowledge and experience.

We always work on the sector’s largest, most complex and innovative transactions. The breadth and depth of our industry experience across Aviation, Shipping, Rail, Space and Asset Finance means that Milbank’s lawyers offer not only legal excellence but also sensitivity to industry specific commercial issues.

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Asset Finance: Aviation Finance - UK-wide

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
Milbank has a leading aviation asset finance practice. The firm's expertise covers bankruptcy, EETCs, financing and operating leases including JOLCOs, as well as ECA-backed transactions. It is highly regarded for its ability on large cross-border transactions for global clients, including banks, airlines and financial institutions. The firm is also sought after for its expertise in Islamic finance transactions.
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Work Highlights

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  • Milbank acted for Castlelake in relation to the sale of Castlelake Aviation to Avolon in a deal valued at USD5 billion.

Strengths

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  • They are a highly talented team with good expertise across a broad range of products and structures.

    Asset Finance: Aviation Finance respondentUK

  • They delivered quality of advice and have a breadth of experience.

    Asset Finance: Aviation Finance respondentUK

Notable Practitioners

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  • Nick Swinburne
    Nick Swinburne

    Nick Swinburne

    Nick Swinburne is co-head of the department and has a stellar reputation in the market for his work on transactions in the aviation space. He advises on portfolio acquisitions, aircraft leasings and JOLCO financings, among other matters.

    • If something is technical or complex, he is my go-to lawyer.

      Asset Finance: Aviation Finance respondentUK

    • Nick is best in class and is very quick to understand a situation.

      Asset Finance: Aviation Finance respondentUK
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