Media & Entertainment: Regulatory
USA Guide 2024 : District of Columbia
Band 2
Contact number
+1 202 663 8000Chambers Review
Pillsbury is recognized for its capability handling corporate transactions in the media and entertainment sector. The team is especially adept at handling regulatory issues pertaining to media acquisitions, including FCC proceedings.
Work Highlights
- Pillsbury advised SGCI Holdings III on regulatory matters following its merger sale of network-affiliated TV stations across the USA.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The matters we engage Pillsbury on are complex and nuanced but they have the understanding of the industry and an ability to think strategically to provide focused guidance."
"The team has terrific experience in both the legal and practical requirements of broadcast compliance. A true business partner."
"The matters we engage Pillsbury on are complex and nuanced but they have the understanding of the industry and an ability to think strategically to provide focused guidance."
"The team has terrific experience in both the legal and practical requirements of broadcast compliance. A true business partner."
Notable Practitioners
Scott Flick leads Pillsbury's media offering. He has an impressive depth of knowledge of broadcast law and is especially experienced in FCC matters. He displays expertise in handling M&A transactions on behalf of significant clients in the media and entertainment sector.
Jessica Nyman is frequently called upon to represent clients in a range of regulatory matters, including before the FCC. She displays a wealth of expertise in M&A transactions.
"Jessica is excellent. She is very knowledgeable and provides wonderful customer service."
"She is extraordinarily responsive, an excellent writer and provides nuanced advice to meet flexible needs."
"Jessica is very knowledgeable regarding the rules and regulations as well as being detail-oriented and very thorough."