Timothy Ravich Joins Tressler's Transportation Practice Group
Chicago, IL, June 1, 2023 - Tressler is proud to welcome Timothy Ravich as senior counsel in our Chicago office. Tim concentrates his practice in the areas of aviation, product and general civil litigation. Recognized as one of only 50 lawyers qualified as a Board-Certified Expert in the area of aviation law, Tim specializes in transactional and regulatory matters related to the ownership, maintenance and utilization of aircraft, airports and airspace.
"The chance to collaborate with highly skilled and genuinely collegial practitioners had a significant impact on my decision to move to Tressler," said Timothy Ravich. "Tressler's distinguished reputation and comprehensive national aviation platform set it apart as a rare practice capable of providing extensive experience and subject matter expertise to both traditional aviation clients and those venturing into emerging spaces."
Tim provides legal representation to a diverse range of clients in the aviation industry, covering a wide spectrum of matters. His clientele has included operators from both commercial and general aviation sectors, including Part 121 and 135 carriers. He has also worked with aircraft and engine original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) companies, airmen and aviation insurers. Tim has counseled and advocated for clients on various issues, from matters related to the purchase, sale and utilization of aircraft under international law, such as the Cape Town Convention, to airport law, accident litigation and passenger claims arising under the Airline Deregulation Act, Montreal and Warsaw Conventions, Title 49 U.S.C. and Part 14 C.F.R. He also has provided expert testimony and advised public and private sector clients, including U.S. presidential campaigns, members of the United States Congress, local, state and international governments, law firms, airlines, aircraft manufacturers and operators and airmen.
In addition to representing traditional or conventional aviation clients, Tim also represents startups, with a particular emphasis on emerging regulatory areas such as unmanned aerial systems (UAS) or drones, advanced air mobility (AAM) and space law. Notably, Tim served as General Counsel of a Canadian-based multinational UAS and data company, playing a pivotal role in securing one of the first authorizations for commercial drone aircraft operations worldwide.
Having worked at top-tier business litigation firms, Tim also brings extensive experience in handling complex commercial matters on behalf of Fortune 500 corporations as “first chair” in class action litigation and products liability cases, both at the state and federal levels.
Tim's advocacy skills are recognized by the legal community. He is AV rated by Martindale-Hubbell, a distinction representing the highest possible rating for lawyers based on legal ability and general ethical standards. He also is regularly recognized by publications such as a "Super Lawyer" and "Leading Lawyer" in the area of aviation and business law.
Tim also is an active community and bar leader. He was the president of one of the largest voluntary bar associations in the United States. He also chaired the local bar association’s professionalism committee and led the state bar’s Aviation Law Committee for two consecutive terms. He also was a member of the American Bar Association's House of Delegates, serving as bar association representative.
While in law school, Tim served as the Editor-in-Chief of the University of Miami Business Law Review and was tapped into Iron Arrow, the highest honor attained at the University of Miami. He was also awarded the CALI Excellence for the Future Award in Legal Research, Writing and received first place in the Optional Team Moot Court Competition (1L).
Tim received his B.A. from Brandeis University, FIU, his M.B.A. from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University with a specialization in Aviation Policy and Planning and his J.D. from the University of Miami School of Law with Cum Laude honors.
Timothy Ravich can be reached at travich@tresslerllp.com.
About Tressler LLP
Headquartered in Chicago, with eight offices located in five states, Tressler LLP is a national law firm comprised primarily of attorneys who devote their practice to the representation of the insurance industry in coverage analysis and resolution, litigation, underwriting consultation, product development, claims management and reinsurance.
In addition, Tressler has one of the most experienced and multi-faceted government law practices in Illinois, and has attorneys who represent clients in commercial litigation, defense litigation, corporate transactions, employment law and litigation, intellectual property and condominium and common interest community association law.
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