In the fast-paced and highly-competitive world of aviation, litigation is always high-stakes. Without a proactive legal strategy and robust defense, a commercial or civil dispute can not only result in substantial financial losses, but potentially place a company’s reputation and brand image at risk.
Recognized as premier litigators, Cosmich provides dedicated and passionate legal representation to domestic and international carriers, aircraft manufacturers, and other aviation clients in state and federal courts at the trial and appellate levels, in mediation and arbitration, and before administrative and regulatory agencies, such as the Federal Aviation Administration and the National Transportation Safety Board. Whether defending against personal injury or product liability claims or navigating federal investigations and enforcement actions, our highly experienced litigators work hand-in-hand with aviation stakeholders nationwide, delivering innovative, tailored strategies designed to drive favorable outcomes.
Our Aviation Services
The attorneys of Cosmich have been privileged to represent some of the most recognized brands in the world, and our attorneys serve as trusted national trial counsel and national coordinating counsel for numerous Fortune 500 companies.
Our team works with clients across a range of aviation-related matters, including.
- Aircraft Accident Defense: We represent carriers, manufacturers, and others in personal injury, survival, and wrongful death claims stemming from aviation accidents.
- Product Liability Defense: We defend manufacturers of aircraft and aviation components against allegations of defective or unsafe products.
- Regulatory Compliance & FAA Enforcement Defense: Our attorneys help aviation stakeholders successfully address FAA enforcement actions and ensure compliance with complex aviation regulations.
- Contract Disputes & Commercial Litigation: Our firm assists aviation clients seeking to resolve disputes over contracts, partnerships, and commercial agreements.
- Insurance & Liability Defense. Our attorneys represent insurers and policyholders in first- and third-party aviation-related claims.
- Environmental & Airport Land Use Litigation: We work with clients facing environmental compliance claims, zoning disputes, or airport land use challenges.
- International Aviation Disputes: Our attorneys are equipped to handle cross-border cases involving multi-jurisdictional legal challenges and international conventions.
Experience
The attorneys of Cosmich excel at navigating the intricate legal, technical, and regulatory challenges that typically arise when litigating aviation-related claims. Our team has in-depth experience working with expert witnesses across a range of disciplines, including aeronautical engineering, and accident reconstruction.
Our multidisciplinary approach ensures a thorough understanding of the complexities inherent in aviation-related matters. By collaborating closely with clients, expert witnesses, and key fact witnesses, we craft effective defense strategies tailored to the unique circumstances of each case. With our firm’s focus on mass torts, our seasoned paralegals and support staff are well-equipped to manage complex litigations, spanning multiple claimants and jurisdictions. Our attorneys are also available to assist with the identification, training and supervision of local counsel, as well as the development of case-specific trial strategies and presentations.
With over 30 attorneys, a dedicated support staff, and coast-to-coast offices, Cosmich offers clients the personalized attention of a boutique practice with the extensive resources, national reach, and reputation one would typically expect from a much larger firm.
No matter how complex, our attorneys have the knowledge, experience and resources to bring your most challenging aviation matters to a successful conclusion.
