Professionals
Our Attorneys
Brendan Keegan
Legal Director & Pro Bono Attorney
Brendan is an airline pilot for a legacy airline and is a partner in the litigation department at a nationwide law firm whose practice focuses on disputes across a range of industries. His experience includes commercial and criminal litigation and he regularly counsels companies on corporate governance matters in connection with significant transactions or potential litigation.
While at Baylor University, Brendan was a law clerk with the McLennan County District Attorney’s Office in Waco, Texas, and participated in moot court, preparing appellate briefs for fourth amendment and constitutional issues. During law school, Brendan was invited to law review, where he wrote and published an article advocating for a change in the federal aviation medical regulations and researched training reimbursement agreements as they pertain to airline and corporate pilots.
Brendan has experience as a criminal prosecutor, and has also represented clients in commercial litigation disputes for businesses in both the aerospace and maritime industries. He holds type-ratings in Embraer 145, Airbus A320, and Boeing 737 aircraft.
Chris Gilbert
Pro Bono Attorney
Chris is a pilot for a national Part 135 operator and a seasoned civil litigation trial attorney who has tried cases in multiple states and successfully represented clients all across the United States, including pilots, A&Ps, Part 135 operators, and repair stations in FAA Investigations and Enforcement Actions. Chris is licensed to practice law in Colorado, New York, Texas, and multiple federal courts. He is board certified in Civil Trial Advocacy by National Board of Trial Advocacy, and was awarded Colorado Super Lawyer (2021-2023) and Colorado Springs Magazine’s 2023 Top Aviation Attorney. Chris has also held numerous board positions, including a three-year term on the State Bar of Texas Board of Directors and has been an AOPA Legal Services Panel Attorney since 2003.
Chris is also on the Board of Directors at the Stout Street Foundation in Denver, a self-sufficient, not-for-profit whose mission is to provide the necessary services and support in a totally structured therapeutic community environment to assist addicts and alcoholics to help themselves in rehabilitation, recovery, and transition in returning to society as productive and responsible citizens.
Chris is passionate about behavioral health, especially as it relates to pilots and other high-stress professionals. Encouraged by recent improvements to the FAA’s mental health protocols, Chris is enthused at the opportunity to be of service to flight crews in a way that allows them to be their healthiest, best selves – in and out of the airplane – while allowing them to continue their aviation careers.
Chris Pezalla
Consultant Attorney
Chris is a partner at the Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC, and a pilot for a legacy US Airline. He studied at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and Stetson College of Law. Chris holds multiple FAA certificates, including Airline Transport Pilot with type ratings in the B747 and B737 aircraft.
Mark Doll
Consultant Attorney
Mark is a pilot with a legacy U.S. airline and a former military pilot with over 30 years of aviation experience. Mark was inspired to start a legal career while working in the Pentagon for the Office of the Secretary of the Air Force, where he served as the primary advisor for matters affecting the reserve components of the Air Force. His combined legal and flying career gives him a unique and advantageous approach for each client.
Mark is an Airline Transport Pilot with type ratings in A330, A320, B757, B767, BE-1900, SA-227, L-382, and holds a Flight Engineer, Turbojet Powered certificate and has a USAF Command Pilot certification.
Our Officers
Gabrielle Porcaro
Chief Operations Officer / Lead Paralegal
Gabrielle is a private pilot who has extensive experience as a paralegal and holds an associate's degree in paralegal studies and a bachelor's degree in legal studies. Currently transitioning to a career in aviation, she brings a distinctive skill set from her personal experience navigating the special issuance process. Gabrielle aims to leverage her expertise to offer valuable insights and support to others facing similar challenges.
Malyn Bailey
Chief Financial Officer
A former dispatcher at a major airline, Malyn has transitioned into a role as a flight instructor at a 141 and 142 school. With a wealth of experience in aviation and a deep understanding of the special issuance process, she offers invaluable guidance to others going through the special issuance process. She is committed to sharing her expertise to empower others as they navigate their own challenges that come with medical approval.
Our Paralegals
Harley Waters
Pilot Support Paralegal
A dedicated advocate for mental health, Harley is the Student Wellness Coordinator and is part of the Professional Pilot Faculty at Middle Tennessee State University. With a Master of Aviation Education, she combines her passion for aviation with a commitment to student well-being. Harley's initiatives and research focus on stress, anxiety, and depression among college students. Her leadership established MTSU's peer mentorship program, fostering a supportive environment that highlights the importance of mental health in academic success.
Troy Merritt
Pilot Support Paralegal
Troy is an airline pilot who has successfully navigated the FAA's Antidepressant Protocol and offers his support, assisting other pilots along the same process. In this capacity, he is often used as a consultant and paralegal in legal consultations at AeroMed Legal. He began his aviation career in 2011 at the University of North Dakota where he learned to fly and studied aviation. He has also served for several years as Vice President for the aviation LGBTQ+ non-profit, NGPA. Troy has spoken publicly about his experience with the FAA, which is available here.
Join the Team
Becoming a pilot today is hard enough. Medical certification shouldn’t be an overwhelming obstacle that discourages individuals from pursuing their dreams. Join us as we transform the process of safeguarding pilots’ careers and passions.