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Legal Giants Unite: The Sale of Castle & Cooke Aviation Services

On September 18, 2026, it was announced that global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP successfully advised Castle & Cooke, Inc. in the sale of Castle & Cooke Aviation Services LLC to Signature Aviation. This strategic move marks a significant expansion for Signature Aviation in Southern California, particularly at the bustling Van Nuys Airport—one of the busiest general aviation airports in the United States.

A New Chapter in Aviation Services

Castle & Cooke Aviation Services, known for its comprehensive aviation offerings, operates a fixed-base operator (FBO) at Van Nuys Airport. The sale allows Signature Aviation to enhance its capacity at this key location, catering to business clients traveling to and from the Greater Los Angeles area. The acquisition is expected to provide a boost to the general aviation community, bringing forth improved services and facilities to meet rising demands in the region.

The Greenberg Traurig Team

The transaction was spearheaded by a highly experienced team from Greenberg Traurig, led by Corporate Shareholder Joe Awad, who operates across Orange County and Los Angeles. The team’s expertise was crucial in navigating the complexities involved in the deal. Notably, the team included Corporate Associates Monika Kluziak from Dallas, Jiwon (Jessica) Lee from Los Angeles, and Stephen See from Austin. The firm also deployed specialists from various legal domains, including:

• - Benefits & Compensation Shareholder Brian Witkowski from Chicago
• - Tax Shareholder Joseph J. Curran from Boston
• - Antitrust & Competition Shareholder Stephen M. Pepper from New York
• - Environmental Shareholder Christopher L. Bell from Houston and Washington, D.C.
• - Labor & Employment Of Counsel Vanessa C. Krumbein from Los Angeles
• - Real Estate Of Counsel Walter Howl from Phoenix
• - Intellectual Property & Technology Of Counsel Stephanie Perron and Corporate Shareholder Omar Parra from San Francisco.

This breadth of legal expertise highlights Greenberg Traurig's commitment to providing comprehensive support to its clients, ensuring all legal aspects of the transaction were meticulously addressed.

A Firm Committed to Innovation

Greenberg Traurig is recognized internationally, boasting a diverse workforce of approximately 3,200 lawyers across 51 offices globally, including the United States, Europe, the Middle East, Latin America, and Asia. The firm has a rich history of providing innovative and strategic legal services across borders and industries.

Renowned as a “Best of the Best Recommended Law Firm” by general counsel for trust and relationship management, Greenberg Traurig consistently ranks among the top firms in the Am Law Global 100, NLJ 500, and Law360 400. In addition to its legal prowess, the firm is admired for its philanthropic efforts, vibrant culture, commitment to innovation, and extensive pro bono work.

Looking Ahead

With the completion of this sale, Signature Aviation is well-positioned to expand its operations in one of the key aviation markets in the United States. This acquisition not only underscores the growing demand for effective aviation services in the region but also affirms the critical role that high-quality legal advice plays in facilitating successful business transactions.

For more information about Greenberg Traurig's remarkable legal services and achievements, you can visit their official website at www.gtlaw.com. This sale signifies not just a new chapter for Castle & Cooke and Signature Aviation but also reflects the ongoing evolution in the aviation services market, much of which is supported by robust legal frameworks.