Company name
BCG Attorney Search
Experience
5-30 yrs required
Location
Boulder, CO, United States
Industry
Legal
Posted on
Jul 09, 2025
Valid Through
Aug 08, 2025
Profile
Job Overview:
A leading national law firm is seeking an experienced Of Counsel – Corporate Aviation attorney to join its Business and Transactions practice. This position is suited for a senior-level aviation attorney with over a decade of experience managing complex aircraft transactions. The attorney will provide high-touch legal counsel to a broad range of clients, including airlines, corporate flight departments, financial institutions, leasing companies, and ultra-high-net-worth individuals. The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge of FAA regulations, tax structures, financing arrangements, and operational matters.
Location:
Duties:
Lead and manage U.S. and international aircraft transactions, including acquisitions, sales, leasing, and financing
Provide legal counsel on FAA compliance, aircraft registration, ownership structuring, and operational planning
Advise on federal, state, and local tax implications related to aircraft ownership and use
Draft and negotiate transaction documents such as purchase agreements, lease contracts, and financing instruments
Assist with aircraft customization, completions, and maintenance contracts
Act as principal legal advisor on deals involving aircraft of all sizes, including general aviation and large VIP-configured commercial aircraft (e.g., Boeing 747-800, 787 VIP)
Represent and manage a diverse client base that includes:
U.S. and foreign airlines
Corporations and high-net-worth individuals
Aircraft lessors and banks
Manufacturers and aviation service providers
Handle all matters with a high degree of independence and contribute to business development
Requirements:
Minimum of 10 years of legal experience focused on corporate aviation transactions
Strong command of FAA regulations and aviation industry practices
Demonstrated ability to work directly with clients and manage transactions from start to finish
Proven experience advising on aviation-related tax structuring and regulatory compliance
Capability to handle complex, multi-jurisdictional transactions
Active law license in the jurisdiction corresponding to one of the listed office locations
Portable book of business is a significant plus
Education:
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school
Certifications:
Active bar membership in good standing in applicable U.S. jurisdiction
Skills:
High-level contract drafting and negotiation
Strong interpersonal and client advisory abilities
FAA regulatory compliance and aviation tax structuring
Detail-oriented and highly organized
Strategic thinker with a collaborative mindset
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Benefits:
Bonus opportunities, including incentives for new business origination
Comprehensive benefits package:
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
Life and disability insurance (short- and long-term)
401(k) retirement savings plan
Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts
Health savings account (HSA)
Firm-subsidized emergency child and elder care
Family and medical leave
Pre-tax transportation benefits
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Company info
BCG Attorney Search
200 South Wacker Drive, 31st Floor
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60606
Phone : (312) 321-9411
Fax : (213) 895-7306