Bio

Focusing on business aviation, Michael Cosby represents individuals and businesses that own, operate and manage aircraft. He advises on the purchase, sale, lease and financing of business and commercial aircraft, as well as on regulatory compliance and federal and state tax issues. Mike’s range of aviation knowledge, coupled with his 12-year prelaw career as a tax practitioner, make him a valuable resource for clients in the field of aircraft ownership. Importantly, Mike understands that the regulatory scheme of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) does not necessarily sync with that of the Internal Revenue Code, and he tailors his guidance to business owners to account for that reality. Mike endeavors to fully grasp client objectives before crafting strategies and knows that the best solutions are often not the most straightforward. Mike’s aviation practice has global reach, but he works closer to home as well. He advises clients from formation through sale or transfer, and on all aspects in between. Mike also leads an initiative on succession planning for closely held businesses in Springfield, Missouri, and surrounding areas.