Profile
Donna is head of Maples and Calder's European Aviation team and is based in the Maples Group's London office. Donna advises on tax-efficient leasing and financing structures, in addition to platform establishments and transportation business acquisitions and disposals, all from an Irish law perspective. Having worked on the acquisition, finance, leasing and disposal of transportation assets for more than 15 years. Donna has been described by The Legal 500 as being part of a "new generation of partners" who focus on finding innovative solutions to ensure the spirit of the deal remains paramount. She has been ranked by Chambers Global and in the 2020 guide and also listed as a leading lawyer in her field by IFLR1000. In 2021, Donna was awarded Women In Business Law Awards - Aviation Lawyer of the Year as well as Legal Advisor of the Year at the Women In Finance Awards.