Standing out for its financing credentials, Veirano Advogados is also well positioned to advise leasing, purchase and sale of aircraft, acting for a variety of industry clients, including major aerospace companies, global lessors and banks. The team is also a strong performer in M&A and restructurings, as well as insolvency proceedings. 'With extensive knowledge not only in aviation, but also in all other areas that permeate aviation activities', practice head João Paulo Servera is an expert in aircraft and engine financing, and also provides assistance to aircraft lessors with regulatory and transactional issues. He is supported by a team of associates, including Maria Eduarda Mendonça, who regularly assists export credit agencies, banks, and lessors with aircraft and engine finance agreements and structures, and Reginaldo Sorrenti, noted for his asset and project finance work and regulatory knowledge of the aviation sector.
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Testimonials
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‘It is a strong team, with great depth. Very reliable, diligent and experienced.’
‘João Paulo Servera is fantastic. Very knowledgeable of the market and very experienced in aviation.’
‘Experienced team with knowledge (and recognition) in the market. João Paulo Servera has been working in the area for a long time, demonstrating knowledge and ability to deal with sophisticated topics.'
‘The firm serves all areas involved, with excellence in each of them. From litigation to regulatory and M&A, we are fully supported in all demands. The availability of the entire team is tireless and fully meets all client expectations.’
‘João Paulo Servera commands and coordinates the entire Veirano team, with extensive knowledge not only in aviation, but also in all other areas that permeate aviation activities. Associate Reginaldo Sorrenti is extremely competent.’
‘The firm has demonstrated that it has strong relationships in the business and legal communities in Brazil. They have been able to navigate and solve complex problems that have befuddled other well-regarded firms in the country. I have been impressed with their abilities in this context.’
‘João Paulo Servera has been an excellent adviser for my team. He has demonstrated keen legal expertise and strong commercial instincts. His command of English is excellent. He is mild-mannered, easy to work with, and effective in challenging situations.’
Key clients
- CHC Helicopters Group
- CHC Leasing Sarl
- CHC do Brasil Táxi Aéreo
- Macquarie Rotorcraft Leasing
- TVPX Aircraft Solutions
- SMBC Aero Engine Lease
- CDB Aviation
- Thora Capital
- Airbus Industries
- Helicópteros Do Brasil – Helibras
- Jet Support Services – Jssi
- World Star Aviation
- Arena Partners
- Argraflug Helilift & Co.
- Lobo Leasing
- Investec Bank
- Passaredo Linhas Aéreas (Voe Pass)
- Avian Inventory Management
- Lockheed Martin
- Airbus Brasil
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
João Paulo Servera
Other key lawyers
Maria Eduarda Mendonça; Reginaldo Sorrenti