FCC Team Representative Projects:


  • Represented a Direct Broadcast Satellite provider in FCC proceedings implementing the Satellite Home Viewer Extension and Reauthorization Act ("SHVERA").
  • Drafted and filed pleadings on behalf of a Direct Broadcast Satellite provider in FCC proceedings governing the provision of emergency alert information.
  • Prepared Congressional testimony and "white papers" for meetings with members of Congress and their staff on behalf of clients in the broadcast, wireless, and multichannel video industries.
  • Counseled an international programming content provider on U.S. closed captioning obligations.
  • Advised a private equity fund on regulatory matters concerning its investment in a remote sensing satellite system.
  • Represented a wireless Internet access provider in rulemaking proceedings and regulatory compliance matters.
  • Advised a client on statutes and regulations governing use of digital television spectrum in connection with potential “datacasting” initiative.
  • Counseled a telecommunications carrier on statutes and rules governing “slamming.”
  • Advised a consumer equipment manufacturer on FCC Part 15 Rule compliance issues.
  • Represented an electronics equipment manufacturer involved in Universal Service E-rate programs in connection with FCC enforcement activity.
  • Counseled content providers on the potential impact of FCC network neutrality policies on Internet video content protection.
  • Advised a client offering video service on regulatory issues concerning a potential joint venture with a company offering voice and data service.
  • Counseled a client on likely regulatory outcomes relevant to an investment in a new broadband wireless company.
  • Analyzed impact of FCC set-top box rules on an interactive television provider’s business plan.
  • On behalf of a television broadcast station, successfully prosecuted an FCC petition to secure expanded cable carriage rights.
  • Represented public utility companies and other entities in pole attachment proceedings before the FCC and courts.
  • Performed regulatory due diligence in connection with multi-station, multi-market television broadcast transactions.