Communications Transactions
Overview
Fifty years of experience
Our team has been involved in virtually every major telecommunications and cable transaction in the past 50 years, including the accompanying regulatory approvals. We regularly assist clients with the launch of communications-related services in the U.S., Canada and elsewhere, including leading technology and online service providers.
Emerging technology and connected devices
- Regulatory licensing requirements for OEMs and clients partnering with OEMs for IoT offerings
- Transfer of control and assignment requirements for transactions involving regulated products and services
- FCC, FAA, and FMCSA licensing requirements
- Work with our Privacy and Data Security colleagues to provide integrated advice
- Assist device manufacturers and service providers with the launch of novel products
Corporate transactions
- Mergers and acquisitions, including spectrum acquisition and sales
- Federal and state regulatory approvals for stock sales and asset acquisitions
- Joint ventures and strategic alliances
- Securities reporting regarding regulatory compliance
- Restructuring and reorganization of corporate and partnership enterprises
Operational transactions
- Backhaul, long distance, peering and roaming agreements
- Software, trademark and other intellectual property licenses
- Mobile apps and other wireless content licensing, including ringtones, wallpaper, mobile applications, and gateway licenses
- Distribution, joint-marketing sponsorship, product placement advertising and promotional agreements
- IP and hardware procurement agreements
- Pole attachment agreements
- Satellite network and ground station capacity agreements
- All types of network and capacity agreements (e.g., IRUs)
- Operational agreements between cable networks and operators
International Trade, Investment & National Security
Businesses operating in the 21st century global economy face numerous regulatory challenges, political uncertainty, and cross-border legal risks. We understand these evolving facets of doing international business and help clients mitigate risk and maintain compliance with U.S. and foreign trade laws.
Space and Satellite
Our deep knowledge of the satellite and space industry comes from our experience as both in-house and outside counsel representing high-profile companies in the space economy. See how we can help you with the rapid evolution of the space and satellite industry's unique legal challenges.