About

Provided by Jenner & Block LLP

Jenner & Block enjoys a decades-long reputation for excellence in handling communications matters before the Federal Communications Commission and other agencies and courts.  We understand the novel legal and regulatory challenges presented by the convergence of telecom, Internet and cable technologies―and the impact of this convergence on the industry. Our lawyers combine broad experience with inside perspective into the inner workings of the FCC, the Department of Justice and other regulatory agencies across the country. Our practice includes a former FCC general counsel and senior FCC policy advisor, a former senior counsel to the chairman for Transactions, numerous Supreme Court and Court of Appeals clerks and nationally recognized lawyers who have extensive experience handling cutting-edge telecommunications and media law issues.

Chambers Review

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Telecom, Broadcast & Satellite - District of Columbia

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What the Team is Known For

Jenner & Block LLP offers a knowledgeable team with impressive government experience and the ability to provide clients with a complete communications service. The firm fields expertise in matters pertaining to net neutrality, communications M&A and the regulation of voice over internet services. They possess additional strength in regulatory enforcement and wireless and satellite issues.

Work Highlights

  • Jenner & Block LLP advised Charter Communications on issues concerning compliance with, and implementation of, the FCC’s Rural Digital Opportunity Fund.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Samuel L Feder
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Samuel L Feder
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Samuel Feder is the co-chair of the communications, internet and technology practice and has vast experience in handling litigation and regulatory matters involving issues such as wireless services, net neutrality and intercarrier compensation.

Rebekah Goodheart
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Rebekah Goodheart
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Rebekah Goodheart is a highly respected lawyer who enjoys a strong reputation in the telecom sector due to her prior experience as a senior figure at the FCC. She frequently advises clients on M&A transactions and infrastructure funding matters, as well as a host of regulatory issues.

Rebekah is confident and informed. She is really great on risk-related issues.

Rebekah is proactive in her advice and diligent in ensuring that her clients are completely satisfied with the work product.

Rebekah is a thought leader on communications law and policy. She consistently provides expert counsel on how to navigate highly complex FCC proceedings.

Howard Symons
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Howard Symons
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Howard Symons has extensive knowledge in the telecommunications space, having formerly served in high-profile roles at the FCC. He represents clients such as media, wireless and telecommunications entities before regulatory agencies and in court proceedings.

Howard is very strong at all levels.

Howard is an excellent writer who has been in the industry for a long time. He's very valuable – someone you're able to contact with time-sensitive questions and get a useful response quickly.

John Flynn
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John Flynn
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John Flynn is particularly active in handling transactional matters and has a broad range of experience in representing organisations during M&A, as well as handling regulatory and privacy concerns.

Trey Hanbury
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Trey Hanbury
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Trey Hanbury has an impressive client list and acts on a range of M&A deals, as well as licensing and regulatory compliance issues.

Trey is very good at delivering legal strategies and is really creative, which is really helpful for his clients.

Trey is a tremendous lawyer who is responsive and easy to work with.

Madeleine V Findley
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Madeleine V Findley
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Madeleine Findley is a co-chair of the firm's data privacy and cybersecurity practice. She advises clients on a range of issues related to privacy and communication.

Madeleine is very responsive and knowledgeable.

Madeline is very enjoyable to work with on complex issues before the FCC. She is responsive and provides great insights.

Madeline is extremely knowledgeable on telecoms regulatory matters.

Ranked Lawyers at
Jenner & Block LLP

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Telecom, Broadcast & Satellite

Samuel L Feder
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Samuel L Feder
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Rebekah Goodheart
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Rebekah Goodheart
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Howard Symons
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Howard Symons
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John Flynn
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John Flynn
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Trey Hanbury
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Trey Hanbury
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Madeleine V Findley
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Madeleine V Findley
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