James W. Tomlinson

Since moving to Los Angeles from Washington, D.C. in 2016, Jim Tomlinson’s practice has focused heavily on the helping communications clients expand and safely operate broadband networks. Jim helps clients navigate the challenging world of the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), with a particular focus on communications infrastructure issues. He has almost 40 years of experience in the communications industry and over two decades of experience as a communications lawyer. Before practicing law, he was a systems engineer, corporate account manager, and network planner with a large telecom company. This experience gives him an in-depth understanding of the technical and operational nuances of broadband networks, as well as the business issues his clients face.

Jim is part of DWT's highly experienced team of California communications lawyers who work cooperatively and collegially with other CPUC practitioners and in-house counsel. He represents cable and broadband providers, wireless carriers, VoIP providers, and CLECs.

Jim is a frequent speaker at industry conferences. having presented annually on the legal panel at the Western Energy Institute's Joint Use Conference from 2016-2019, and at the 2019 National Wildland Fire Conference.