Michael Dery

Michael Dery stands as a distinguished Partner and the dynamic leader of his firm's Aviation Practice division. His expertise extends beyond this role, having been an influential member of the firm's Executive Team for a decade from 2011 to 2021. As an adept editor of the Aviation Law Blog, Mr. Dery's contributions are multifaceted and impactful. His specialization in aviation law sees him representing a diverse clientele, including aviation insurers, airline companies, aircraft owners, flight training institutions, UAV operators, Aviation Maintenance Organizations, and Fixed Base Operators. His work primarily revolves around complex litigation and regulatory advisement in the aviation sector.

His legal prowess is particularly notable in handling cases related to aircraft accidents and incidents, aviation product liability, airline claims, employment and human rights issues, and various other transportation-related legal challenges. Mr. Dery's expertise is not confined to aviation alone; he has skillfully represented and counseled clients in the shipping, railway, freight forwarding, trucking, and load brokering industries. Additionally, he offers regulatory counsel to both domestic and international airlines and air operators.