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USA District of Columbia Media & Entertainment: Regulatory
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1 WileyMedia & Entertainment: Regulatory2023 | Band 1 | 15 Years RankedWiley 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.
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2 Cooley LLPMedia & Entertainment: Regulatory2023 | Band 2 | 11 Years RankedCooley LLP provides all-inclusive acquisition and regulatory counsel to TV and radio broadcasters, as well as other businesses involved in the media industry. It continues to advise clients on the FCC's spectrum auctions, among other matters, drawing on its notable connections with this and other regulators.2 Covington & Burling LLPMedia & Entertainment: Regulatory2023 | Band 2 | 14 Years RankedCovington & Burling LLP continues to be engaged by cable networks, leading media companies and trade associations to provide regulatory and policy advice on media and broadcasting, often on critical industry-shaping issues. Its strong relationships with regulators, including the FCC, are a key attraction for clients. The firm is also well versed in negotiating content distribution agreements and sizable M&A in the media and entertainment sector.2 Latham & Watkins LLPMedia & Entertainment: Regulatory2023 | Band 2 | 14 Years RankedLatham & Watkins LLP has a respected regulatory and transactional practice in DC that is bolstered by the firm's nationwide presence. The firm is called upon to secure sensitive regulatory approvals in large-scale M&A involving businesses in the media and entertainment sector. Its clients include production companies, cable operators and industry associations. Standout litigation capabilities make it a strong choice for regulatory enforcement proceedings.2 Paul Hastings LLPMedia & Entertainment: Regulatory2023 | Band 2 | 7 Years RankedPaul Hastings LLP fields extensive capabilities in a wide range of transactional and regulatory matters. The firm is able to leverage its substantial knowledge of the FCC on behalf of its impressive roster of clients in the media and telecommunications sector. It draws upon its wider strengths in M&A, finance and privacy to offer a multidisciplinary practice.2 Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLPMedia & Entertainment: Regulatory2023 | Band 2 | 2 Years RankedPillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP 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.