The communications industry is a multifaceted complex of technology, media, content, telephony, data, distribution, transport and other factors, including extensive federal, state and local regulation. In addition, this evolving industry presents an array of emerging challenges such as data privacy and protection, disruptive technology and new media. Our multidisciplinary team has the tools to guide clients through this challenging landscape and help them achieve their business goals. With more than 100 attorneys who hold technical degrees, we are well versed in the scientific and engineering backbone of the communications industry.
Our comprehensive regulatory and compliance knowledge covers the local, state and federal arenas, and we have spent decades developing solid working relationships with regulators and decision makers. The broad base of our team means we are prepared with the appropriate resources to handle anything from an individual FCC complaint to a national telecom merger. And with offices across the country, we provide timely, solution-oriented advice.
What we do
The effectiveness of our Communications Industry team is strengthened by the participation of our colleagues across the firm, who provide comprehensive advice in all areas, including employment, tax, corporate, litigation, regulatory, complex transactions, copyright, patent and trademark and antitrust issues. With more than 900 lawyers throughout the country, we provide a one-stop shop for this multifaceted industry.