Rory Coughlan

Rory Coughlan is an experienced legal professional specializing in aviation finance. Currently serving as Corporate Counsel at Willis Lease Finance Corporation since August 2024, Rory previously held the same title at Carlyle Aviation Partners from June 2022 to August 2024. Rory's background includes work as an Aviation Finance Solicitor at A&L Goodbody (January 2020 - June 2022), where advisory services were provided to credit institutions, private equity investors, and aircraft leasing organizations. Rory began the legal career as a Trainee Solicitor at Eugene F. Collins (January 2017 - January 2020) and as a Legal Executive at McCann FitzGerald (April 2016 - January 2017). Earlier experiences include a Legal Intern role at Eversheds Ireland and a Bank Official position at Allied Irish Banks. Rory holds a Bachelor of Corporate Law from the University of Galway and has completed various professional courses at the Law Society of Ireland, including a Diploma in Aviation Leasing and Finance.