Nixon Peabody LLP, based out of New York, excels at handling contentious aviation matters for international aerospace corporations and aircraft manufacturers. The litigation-focused practice repeatedly assists with the entire lifecycle of an aircraft crash investigation, from the initial information gathering to advocacy in high-profile jury trials. Its representation of French corporation Daher Socata in a personal injury and wrongful death litigation following a fatal crash in Michigan and its work for Airbus following a helicopter crash in Albuquerque, evidence their experience in handling high-profile contentious matters. Long Island-based Joseph Ortego spearheads the practice, relying upon a wealth of experience arguing in federal courts, state judiciaries, and international arbitration tribunals. In Rochester, Tracey Scarpello attracts widespread praise for her expertise in handling complex commercial matters.
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Key clients
- Daher-Socata; Daher Socata d/b/a Socata North America, Inc.
- Airbus/Airbus Helicopters
Work highlights
- Represented Airbus Helicopters at a jury trial involving a helicopter accident in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Successfully argued a motion for a directed verdict at trial resulting in the dismissal of the largest claim against Airbus Helicopters for breach of express warranty.
- Represented Socata North America, Inc. in connection with a crash of a TBM 700 on October 3, 2019, in Lansing, MI, involving five fatalities, one injury, and hull loss.
- Represented Daher-Socata against product liability and negligence claims stemming from an aircraft accident. Settled just before trial commenced.
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.
Tracey Scarpello
Practice head
Joseph J. Ortego
Other key lawyers
Tracy Scarpello; Vivian Quinn