Technology, Communications & Media
Guiding Innovation in Technology, Communications & Media
Modern technology is changing the telecommunications landscape. Constantly shifting laws and emerging products and services require you to continually adapt your business strategy. Keeping your finger on the pulse of new legislation, federal rules, judicial interpretations, and business developments can be challenging. When the stakes are high, you need an experienced team. We'll help you understand the myriad rules and policies that govern the world of communications and work with you to devise strategies to achieve your goals.
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National tier ranking for Communications Law, U.S. News and Best Lawyers®
Combined years of telecommunications industry experience
Areas of Focus
Our Approach
Mintz's unique marriage of regulatory and legislative experience — combined with an exceptional track record of achieving positive results — inspires companies to turn to us with some of their most pressing business issues arising from the introduction of new technologies and services.
Our attorneys provide seasoned representation before regulatory, legislative, and judicial bodies. Clients rely on our effective support and innovative thinking.
Our attorneys are at the forefront of administrative, judicial, and legislative proceedings, where we:
- Strategize with clients on how to improve proposed legislation and agency rules to achieve their business goals
- Counsel clients on the impact of regulatory and policy decisions on their broadband, digital media, and mobile technology business initiatives and strategies
- Assist clients in navigating government enforcement and compliance inquiries
We work with you on every stage of your most critical business transactions, from simple content right agreements to complex mergers:
- Cable, telecom and wireless mergers
- Retransmission consent and programming content deals
- Telecom-related real estate transactions
- Franchising and rights-of-way agreements
We bring resourceful approaches, experienced advocacy, and a solid understanding of the communications business to matters that require litigation in:
- Federal and state courts
- Regulatory agencies
- Alternative dispute resolution tribunals
Our attorneys have supported clients throughout every phase of various broadband funding programs, including the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program. This work includes:
- Drafting strategies and advocating at the NTIA to help ensure that the states’ proposals for implementing the BEAD program align with clients’ business needs and interests
- Guiding clients through the challenge process and advocating to states on which areas should (and should not) receive BEAD funding
- Assisting clients in preparing their applications for funding for programs such as the Rural Digital Opportunity Fund, Emergency Broadband Benefit Program, Affordable Connectivity Program, and Secure and Trusted Networks Program
- Advising clients on Universal Service Fund (USF) eligibility and funding, including Lifeline and E-Rate, and helping clients stay in compliance with USF regulations
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Our TechComm team combines significant regulatory and legislative experience to help clients resolve pressing business issues.