Media & Entertainment: Regulatory
USA Guide 2024 : District of Columbia
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Provided by Wiley
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.
Chambers Review
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 acted for iHeartMedia in negotiating regulatory approvals for foreign investment and associated compliance.
Strengths
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"They are true experts in their field, and their work on complex issues is top-notch."
"They are very good at pushing day-to-day issues through and getting them unlocked."
"They are very professional, have excellent resources and know exactly what they are doing in this space."
"They are true experts in their field, and their work on complex issues is top-notch."
"They are very good at pushing day-to-day issues through and getting them unlocked."
"They are very professional, have excellent resources and know exactly what they are doing in this space."
Notable Practitioners
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 offers outstanding counsel, is always there when we need her and is phenomenal. She will always go the extra mile to ensure our needs are met and I can't speak highly enough of her."
"I recommend Kathy to everyone and tellingly ten times out of ten, they all think Kathy is the best!"
"Kathy is amazing, full stop. She is preeminent in her field for a good reason. We rely on Kathy for her acumen on tricky legal issues as well as her effective lobbying."
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 always knowledgeable, insightful and responsive. He understands what we are trying to do in each situation and helps us achieve that as effectively and efficiently as possible."
"He is a really good resource for us. He is very adept at balancing risk and reward."
"Ari is knowledgeable, responsive and helps us navigate Washington, DC."
Eve Klindera Reed is recognized for her expert representation of broadcasters in regulatory matters, including FCC proceedings.
"Eve is good at anticipating future issues and helping us avoid problems."
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