Charles Smith

Charles Smith is an accomplished legal professional with extensive experience in aviation law, particularly in airframe manufacturers and air carrier litigation. Serving as a Partner at Cantey Hanger LLP since January 2014, Charles has managed complex litigation involving aviation product manufacturers, aerial applicators, and aircraft operators, along with matters related to intellectual property, financing transactions, and various legal liabilities. Prior to this role, Charles was a Partner at Smith & Moore PLLC for nearly twenty-three years and held a similar position at Shank Irwin & Conant early in their career. Charles holds a Juris Doctor from SMU Dedman School of Law and a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance and Accounting from SMU Cox School of Business.