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The Vinson & Elkins aviation finance team represented Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC, as lead arranger, and various investors in connection with an ABS loan financing sponsored by Falko, a UK and Ireland-based aircraft leasing and asset management company focused on the regional aircraft sector.
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The law firm is very commercial. That's great when interfacing with me and our clients.
Transportation: Aviation: Finance respondentUSAThe Vinson & Elkin team has a good balance between commercial and legal discussion which makes the entire process easier.
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Band 4 
Band 4 David Berkery
David Berkery is held in high regard for the quality of his advice in such matters as unsecured loans, warehouse facilities and asset-backed securitizations. He serves as co-head of the firm's aviation finance team. His strengths are his practical knowledge and tech knowledge in addition to his experience; he has it all covered.
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Up and Coming 
Up and Coming Demi Hueth
Demi Hueth is a counsel with a strong practice in corproate, asset-backed and structured financings.
She will always give me a concise answer. She runs an efficient process.
Transportation: Aviation: Finance respondentUSADemi has a tremendous amount of knowledge and experience. We are comfortable relying on her opinion and suggestion.
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Ranked Individuals at Vinson & Elkins LLP (2)
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David Berkery
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