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Who We Are 

A highly experienced commercial attorney and aviation professional, offering a unique combination of legal expertise and deep operational insight gained from senior executive roles at multiple international airlines. My practice encompasses corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, purchase/lease/lending transactions, and regulatory compliance, with a specific focus on aviation-related matters. With over 24 years of experience in the industry, I have a proven track record in P&L management, revenue optimization, regulatory compliance, and business development—skills that go well beyond the traditional practice of law.

Operating from offices in Miami, we represent a diverse client base that includes airlines (cargo and passenger), foreign air carriers, banks, lessors, general aviation operators, maintenance organizations, tourism entities, freight forwarders, indirect air carriers, brokers,  and corporate aviation departments. I offer a hands-on, full-service approach, leveraging my in-depth understanding of both the commercial and legal aspects of the industry. Whether structuring complex M&A transactions, negotiating high-value lease/purchase agreements, ACMI or charter agreements, or navigating regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions, I ensure that my clients achieve their strategic objectives efficiently and effectively.

My multi-disciplinary capabilities, combined with practical aviation experience, enable me to view each matter holistically, delivering innovative strategies that align with industry best practices. I pride myself on providing the large-firm resources and expertise of a seasoned professional, with the personalized service and responsiveness of a trusted advisor.

 

AREAS OF PRACTICE

  • Aviation
  • Corporate
  • Mergers & Acquisitions
  • Equipment Leasing/Financing
  • Asset Purchases and Sales
  • Commercial Transactions
  • Equipment Rental
  • Lender Representation
  • Labor and Employment
  • Regulatory Law
  • Toursim Development
  • General Counsel and Legal Services

I recognize that clients require not only successful near-term results—whether it's closing high-stakes transactions or meeting critical regulatory milestones—but also long-term strategic alignment that safeguards their interests and supports sustained growth. I dedicate the time and resources necessary to gain a comprehensive understanding of each client’s business model, industry challenges, and strategic priorities. This enables me to deliver legal counsel that is proactive, pragmatic, and attuned to their broader business objectives. By integrating industry best practices and focusing on value creation, I provide solutions that go beyond legal compliance, driving operational efficiency and fostering sustainable success in a highly competitive environment.

Managing Attorney

Bryan P. Winters
Shareholder - Managing Counsel

With more than 24 years of extensive experience in the aviation industry, Bryan Winters has established himself as a leading legal and commercial authority. He has held various "C" level executive management positions, guiding business development and legal departments for both passenger and cargo airlines, as well as charter and scheduled operators based in the United States and abroad. Mr. Winters has consistently demonstrated a unique blend of legal expertise and operational oversight, contributing significantly to the development of long- and short-term strategies designed to enhance market share and optimize profitability. His deep understanding of aviation extends beyond legal matters, allowing him to provide clients with practical insights that facilitate informed decision-making and effective business practices.

Recognized for his hands-on approach and proactive problem-solving, Mr. Winters has earned a reputation as a solutions-oriented attorney. His years of experience in negotiating and documenting transactions of varying complexities have equipped him with a refined understanding of business strategies grounded in common sense. He brings a wealth of practical and legal knowledge to the aviation community, ensuring that his clients receive high-quality, comprehensive legal services tailored to their specific needs.

In addition to his professional achievements, Mr. Winters holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from the Warrington College of Business at the University of Florida and a Juris Doctor from the University of Miami School of Law. While at Miami, he participated in summer exchange programs at the University of the West Indies - Cave Hill Campus in Barbados, focusing on multinational transactions, offshore investment structures, and the evolution of British Common Law in the Caribbean. More than 15 years after earning his first law degree, he pursued further legal specialization at the Eugene Dupuch Law School at the University of The Bahamas in Nassau, where he earned a Legal Education Certificate from the Caribbean Council of Legal Education. Mr. Winters is one of only a handful of native U.S. lawyers to hold this certificate, which fulfills the practical training and educational requirements for legal practice across several Commonwealth Caribbean jurisdictions, including Antigua, The Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, The British Virgin Islands, The Cayman Islands, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Jamaica, Montserrat, St. Kitts-Nevis-Anguilla, St. Lucia, St. Vincent, Trinidad and Tobago, and The Turks and Caicos Islands.

 

Contact Us

Primary Office in Florida

  • Address:  1395 Brickell Avenue, Suite 800, Miami, Florida 33131
  • Telephone:    (305) 897-AERO (2376)

 Satellite Office in the Caribbean

  • Telephone:  (305) 897-AERO (2376)