Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher continues to expand its aviation finance capabilities, with a strong presence in Western and key Asian markets. The team advises top-tier lenders, lessors, private equity sponsors, and airlines on aircraft and engine financings, securitisations, sale and leasebacks, and restructurings. The team is led by newly appointed asset finance veteran James Cameron, an expert across the aviation, maritime, and rail sectors. Further additions include Tom Jackson and Mark Leverkus, who bring significant experience in complex, cross-border aviation transactions, including portfolio acquisitions and disposals, structured and warehouse facilities, and distressed and restructuring matters.
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Key clients
- Deutsche Bank
- Goldman Sachs
- Natixis, S.A.
- FTAI Aviation Limited
- Aviation Capital Group (ACG)
- AIP Capital
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Tom Jackson
Mark Leverkus
Practice head
James Cameron
Other key lawyers
Mark Leverkus; Rebecca West; Lily Loeffler; Patrick Garrett; Olwe Ndlovu; Alethea Barretto; Tom Jackson