Communications Law

Comprehensive Industry Knowledge

Latham is consistently placed in the top tier of telecommunications, broadcast, and satellite practices in Washington, D.C. by Chambers and The Legal 500, which highlights the group's "excellent analytical abilities and an intimate understanding of the FCC and privacy law." The Legal 500 also noted that, “Clients appreciate a world-class team in terms of business acumen and industry knowledge."

Latham's communications experience includes:

• Arranging financing for business ventures
• Structuring mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures
• Developing creative regulatory solutions
• Obtaining redress in federal and state courts and agencies

Latham's lawyers have industry and government experience, which gives the firm significant insight into how clients can best meet their strategic goals. The firm represents clients across a broad cross-section of the globe and the industry. Because Latham's legal expertise spans the US, European, Asian, and Latin American regions, the firm is equipped to assist clients in jurisdictions around the world. 

Handling the Complexities of Communications Law and Business

Latham has significant experience in all aspects of communications law and business, and are particularly well-positioned to handle matters relating to:

• Regulatory and strategic counseling  
• Mergers and acquisitions and joint ventures
• Corporate finance, insolvency, and restructurings 
• Antitrust and competition analysis
• Domestic and international spectrum strategies
• Privatizations
• Project development and finance
• Technology outsourcing and service arrangements 
• Content licensing, acquisition, and distribution 
• Litigation (trial, arbitration, and appellate)
• Legislation