Advising major international and domestic airlines and aviation manufacturers, the team at Kirkland & Ellis LLP handles an array of litigation and regulation matters. The group is well-versed in accident investigations, alongside having extensive experience in undertaking product liability and intellectual property matters. In Washington, Craig Primis is a seasoned litigator with experience acting before the Supreme Court as well as handling matters that involve antitrust, fraud, and class action suits. Working alongside him in Washington is Allison Murphy, who is a key contact for Government and internal investigations. New York’s Claudia Ray specializes in intellectual property matters, and in Washington, Katherine Katz is regarded for her work in product liability and enforcement actions brought by the U.S. Department of Justice.
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Accolades

Client satisfaction: Lawyer & team quality
Client satisfaction: Sector knowledge

Key clients

  • Delta Airlines
  • Honeywell International
  • Jet Support Services
  • Southwest Airlines
  • The Boeing Company
  • United Airlines
  • Delta Airlines

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners

Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Other key lawyers

Craig Primis; Allison Murphy; Claudia Ray; Katherine Katz