About

Provided by Veirano Advogados

As one of the most dynamic and innovative sectors, aviation is a complex business that demands the right legal advice from the right professionals. Our experienced and dedicated team understands the industry and its technical side, holding the proper qualifications to assisting clients in all their legal and commercial needs, always with a focus on the strategy behind each transaction and regulatory requirement.

The team assists Brazilian and international clients in a broad range of cross-border and domestic transactions, especially in sophisticated aircraft, offshore helicopters and engine financing. We usually advise export credit agencies (ECAs), multinational banks, arrangers, lenders, financiers and lessors. Also, we have represented lessors, investors, banks and important creditors in relevant airline debt restructuring and bankruptcy processes, both in and out of court and in liquidation procedures.

In general, our activities encompass:

  • Aircraft and Engine Finance and Aquisition
  • Operating and Finance Lease 
  • Portfolio Acquisitions and Novations
  • Restructuring and Insolvency
  • Dispute Resolution
  • Corporate Investments, M&A and licensing
  • Tax, Customs and Foreign Trade
  • Aviation Regulatory

Chambers Review

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Aviation - Brazil

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What the Team is Known For

Veirano Advogados is a full-service firm advising companies in the aviation sector, as well as financial institutions, on a range of financing matters. The team has particular expertise in assisting clients with the sale and acquisition of aircraft, as well as with the restructuring of aircraft lease agreements. The firm's aviation practice is based in Rio de Janeiro, but the team also counts on the firm's strong São Paulo hub.

Work Highlights

  • Veirano Advogados advised SmartLynx Airlines Malta Ltd. on the sublease of an Airbus A321PCF cargo aircraft to LEVU Linhas Aéreas S.A., a Brazilian startup entering the cargo market.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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João Paulo Servera
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João Paulo Servera
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Band 1

Head of the aviation department João Paulo de Carvalho Vianna Servera is a highly regarded practitioner, experienced in assisting clients with cross-border financing transactions.

João Paulo Servera is an excellent lawyer. His deep understanding of Brazilian aviation regulations is impressive and his team is always well-prepared.

João Paulo Servera understands our business needs, requirements and risks.

João Paulo Servera is an engaging professional with a talent for simplifying complex issues and solving problems effectively.

Ranked Lawyers at
Veirano Advogados

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Aviation: Finance

João Paulo Servera
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João Paulo Servera
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Band 1

Members

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João Vitor Oliveira

Pâmela Peraçoli Martins

Marina Estrella

Reginaldo Sorrenti Marcello Neto