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Wiley Rein firm provides its media clients in the radio and television broadcasting, multichannel video, print, digital technologies, online communications, and other new media industries a wide array of services to address the legal and business issues they face, whether regulatory, policy, or transactional. Our clients include broadcasters large and small; cable system operators; radio, television, and cable programming networks and other content producers and distributors; newspaper and magazine publishers; financial institutions and investors; and equipment manufacturers. The firm has a long history of involvement with emerging technologies, including digital, high-definition, and mobile television, audio and video streaming, direct broadcast satellite services, fiber optics, high-speed data services, and the latest wireless data transmission technologies.

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What the Team is Known For

Wiley has a renowned regulatory practice that services corporate clients and trade associations within the entertainment and media sectors. The team secures FCC and other regulatory approvals for corporate transactions and investments, as well as crafting compliance strategies for day-to-day broadcasting, radio and telecommunications operations. It is also a strong choice to represent clients in high-level policy discussions about the development of media and communications regulation. The firm's client base includes those in traditional and new media.

Work Highlights

  • Wiley offered strategic counsel to Xperi on a variety of FCC regulatory and policy matters affecting its development and licensing of digital radio technology products.

Strengths

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The team's service levels are high with the unique combination of strategic and real-time focus.

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Wiley is very practical and can make the impossible possible.

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The team has an ability to be what we need when we need it.

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Notable Practitioners

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Kathleen A Kirby
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Kathleen A Kirby
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Kathleen Kirby is an esteemed regulatory attorney, with a wealth of experience navigating M&A and FCC compliance on behalf of clients in the media sector.

Kathleen is the doyenne of the FCC bar. She is beloved for her warmth and magnanimity and trusted for her impeccable advice.

She is responsive and knowledgeable.

Kathleen is a true leader in her field. She knows her industry inside and out and can deftly maneuver through all things FCC.

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Ari Meltzer
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Ari Meltzer
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Ari Meltzer is gaining prominence in the market for his regulatory practice. He assists clients in the media industry with obtaining FCC approvals and provides compliance counsel.

Ari is an unflappable lawyer. He is effective in preparation and presentation of oral and written materials that clients can digest and apply.

Ari is a mighty oak of good advice and wise judgment. He is responsive, smart and sees around corners.

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Eve Klindera Reed
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Eve Klindera Reed
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Eve Klindera Reed is recognized for her expert representation of broadcasters in regulatory matters, including FCC proceedings and related litigation.

Eve helps us navigate complicated regulatory issues.

Eve is a smart and solid attorney.

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Kathleen A Kirby
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Kathleen A Kirby
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Ari Meltzer
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Ari Meltzer
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Eve Klindera Reed
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Eve Klindera Reed
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