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Overview

In challenging economic times, aviation owners are constantly looking for ways to make their operations more efficient. If you are an owner, operator, or financier of business or personal aircraft, our attorneys can offer you world-class representation. Business aviation matters are often complex and require highly specialized counsel. Our client list spans the entire spectrum of owners and operators, including Fortune 500® companies, mid-sized businesses, and individuals who own or operate their own aircraft. We represent domestic and international clients as well as importers and exporters of aircraft. We also represent banks, leasing companies, and other institutions that finance business aviation transactions.

A single, coordinated team delivers comprehensive counsel.

Because Hinckley Allen is a full-service business law firm, we offer you instant access to specialists in all areas of law relevant to the ownership and operation of business aircraft. As a value-added service, we also connect clients with affiliated industry specialists, such as aircraft brokers, fractional-interest providers, management and charter companies, financial institutions, and trust companies.

Services

We advise clients on every aspect of structuring the ownership and operation of business aircraft, including:

  • Structuring of fractional shares to comply with FAA regulations
  • Risk management planning, concerns, and objectives
  • Aviation leasing and finance
  • Management and charter contracts
  • Aviation acquisitions and sales
  • State and federal tax issues
  • Counsel on business and personal travel compliance (maintaining legitimate business deductions)
  • Documentation packages for aviation finance companies

Case Studies

VistaJet Group Places Largest Single Transaction in the History of Business Aviation

VistaJet, the world's luxury aviation company, has placed a firm order for 56 new Bombardier Global aircraft, with 86 further options. With a list price value of more than $7.8 billion, this is the single largest transaction placed with any aircraft manufa…

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Publication

The Only Way to Work is to Work Hard: A Conversation with Richard A. Goulding

May 3, 2023

Resident Hinckley Allen podcaster Richard A. Goulding, Partner, wants to hear your story. A proud, lifelong Massachusetts native, Rick shares his path to the law, his approach to his clients, and the advice he has for the next generation of attorneys.How d…

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Hinckley Allen’s Legal Excellence Recognized by Boston Magazine

November 21, 2023

Hinckley Allen is pleased to announce that numerous attorneys have been recognized by Boston Magazine, earning the prestigious title of "The Top Lawyers of 2023." This annual accolade, initiated in 2021, is designed to highlight outstanding legal talent in…

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57 Hinckley Allen Lawyers Included in 2023 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists

October 12, 2023

A total of 57 Hinckley Allen attorneys were named to the Super Lawyers® and Rising Stars lists in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Upstate New York for 2023, including those newly recognized as well as featured in Top Lists.Ger…

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