DLA Piper LLP (US) continues to showcase its prowess in telecom transactions through its involvement in major telecom acquisitions, joint ventures, and spectrum deals. The practice is based out of Washington DC, and is jointly led by telecom specialists Nancy Victory and Michael Senkowski. Victory has a wealth of experience advising on fiber joint venture transactions and acquisitions. Senkowski has broad expertise across telecom mandates, advising global telecom clients on significant transactions. He is also active in the satellite sector, advising a mix of satellite and space companies. Other key team members includes Eric DeSilva, who is the go-to for wireless telecoms transactions, and Michael Hazzard, who is sought out by software-based communication companies to aid with telecoms transactions and infrastructure matters. For transactions requiring FCC or state PUC approval, Peter Shroyer is the name to note. In January 2025, the team was strengthened by the arrival of John Peter Frantz, who sits in New York and advises clients on telecom and technology transactions.

Hogan Lovells US LLP stands out for its expertise in the space and satellite sector. It excels in handling complex cross-border transactions that often span multiple jurisdictions, leveraging the firm’s extensive global telecom, aerospace and M&A network. The team covers a wide array of work, including commercial contracts, joint ventures, mobile network operator arrangements, network construction and deployment agreements, and master lease agreements. Alongside its specialization in the space and satellite sector, the firm also handles terrestrial transactions involving towers, networks and technology. In Northern Virginia, Randy Segal leads on space-related international cross-border transactions, such as acquisitions, bankruptcy, divestitures and joint ventures, for industry operators, investors, sovereigns, customers and technology providers. In Washington D.C., Steven Kaufman brings financial expertise to the team and leads on contractual issues and transactions involving the space industry. Alexis Sáinz handles commercial space issues and satellite transactions, while Ari Fitzgerald is knowledgeable on spectrum issues, fiber optics, and towers. The four aforementioned lawyers jointly lead the practice.

Latham & Watkins's connectivity, privacy and information team is led by telecom heavyweight Matthew A. Brill. He sits in Washington D.C. and advises telecoms, broadcast and technology clients on significant transactions such as sales, and mergers and acquisitions. Private equity firms and lenders also seek out his expertise for complex transactions. The firm's clientele includes broadband internet service providers, cable operators, fixed and mobile telecom carriers, satellite operators, and broadcast radio and TV stations. James Barker is a key member of the team and advises clients on a range of telecom and broadcast transactions, including spectrum leasing arrangements, acquisitions, digital infrastructure investments and funding. Elizabeth R. Park assists clients with financing transactions, regulatory requirements, private equity investments, and M&A. She is well versed in matters involving the FCC and the Committee for the Assessment of Foreign Participation in the US Telecommunications Services Sector.

Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP is well positioned to advise clints in the broadcast and telecom sector on corporate transactions such as M&As and financings. The New York team is spearheaded by Robert Townsend III , an expert in M&A transactions as well as corporate governance. He has a wealth of experience advising clients within the telecom sector on sales, acquisitions, and complex agreements. G.J. Ligelis Jr. is noted for his work on cross-border transactions for telecoms companies. The practice boasts significant corporate and capital markets expertise, regularly handling multi-billion-dollar transactions for the telecom and broadcast industries.

Milbank‘s digital infrastructure practice group is based out of New York and Washington D.C., and is adept at handling corporate M&A transactions. The team assists clients with commercial contracts, financings, joint ventures, IPOs, and acquisitions. In Washington D.C., Dara Panahy is the go-to advisor for satellite and space financings and corporate transactions. He is also an expert in cross-border investment matters. The New York team is jointly led by Daniel Bartfeld, Jaime Ramirez, and Erwin Dweck. Bartfield is sought out by financial institutions and investment firms for counsel on digital infrastructure transactions. Ramirez focuses on fiber and tower transactions, while Dweck handles the real estate aspects of transactions. The team has also been active in advising clients on AI-related issues, such as expanding connectivity assets to support AI workloads.

The telecoms, internet and media practice at Arnold & Porter is experienced in handling large, complex transactions for the telecoms industry, such a acquisitions of spectrum licenses, sales of telecoms assets, and mergers or acquisitions between media and telecom groups. Clients also benefit from the firm's regulatory expertise, which helps secure FCC approval for sales and other transactions. The team is well versed in representing public broadcasting companies in deals. Maureen Jeffreys leads the Washington DC team, and excels in telecoms transactions and M&A.

Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP advises public and private companies, investors, and private equity sponsors on telecoms, broadcast and satellite deals. Typical matters includes M&A deals, asset acquisitions and dispositions, joint ventures, capital markets transactions, and financings. The team is well equipped to assist with cross-border transactions, helping clients navigate antitrust clearance and regulatory implications. Brian Lavin jointly leads the New York team with Ravi Purohit, the former focusing on corporate transactions and the latter excelling in infrastructure deals.

Sheppard‘s telecom practice focuses on space, satellite and cable infrastructure transactions. The firm handles a mix of domestic and cross-border international corporate transactions for clients such as satellite operators, fiber networks, financial services, and technology companies. Practice head Brian Weimer excels in telecoms transactions, centering his practice on advising satellite companies on M&A, financing, and regulatory issues arising from transactions. This includes matters involving the Federal Communications Commission as well as state and international regulations. The practice is based in Washington D.C., and often works alongside the firm’s corporate and securities practice on large, complex transactions.

Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP leverages its expertise in corporate transactions and capital markets to advise international telecoms companies and investors in corporate deals. The firm has assisted clients with financings, M&A transactions, cross-border deals, IPOs, as well as debt and equity offerings. Practice head Michael Aiello specializes in bet-the-company M&A transactions and has a wealth of experience handling transactions in the telecoms and broadcasting industry. The New York practice represents a mix of media companies, lenders, banks, and investors.

Wiley Rein LLP is known for its expertise in telecom regulations and transactions, assisting clients with regulators such as the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). The team advises clients on both the transactional aspects of telecoms and broadcast deals, as well as regulatory issues such as FCC approval strategy, security reviews, and due diligence. The team is well versed in closing transactions for digital, television, telecom, and broadcast clients. The Washington D.C. team is led by Kathleen Kirby, who is adept at advising on broadcast M&A and the regulatory aspects of transactions. Co-head Jennifer Hindin focuses on space and satellite issues.

Debevoise & Plimpton LLP‘s media and entertainment group handles transactional mandates for telecom companies, broadcasters, and cable television clients. The practice combines the firm’s expertise in media issues with its expertise in mergers and acquisitions. Jonathan Levitsky co-leads the practice with Emily Huang. The New York-based partners both represent a mix of clients, from media and entertainment companies to telecom players and private equity clients looking to invest in the telecom industry. Michael Diz left the team in March 2025.

Phillips Lytle LLP is a telecoms-specialist firm based across the State of New York that regularly advises clients on digital infrastructure investments. The firm is a go-to for clients in New York for regional tower developments, fiber-to-home projects, and data center expansions. It structures telecoms and broadcast deals, creating financing models and managing risk. David E. Bronston sits in New York and leads on telecoms infrastructure mandates, while co-head Kimberly R. Nason spearheads the Buffalo team and is well versed in transactions and development of cell towers and telecoms facilities. Bruce T. Frankiewich resides in Rochester and is the go-to advisor for fiber and wireless infrastructure.

Telecommunications Law Professionals advises regional telecom carriers, radio and television station group owners, tower companies, satellite companies, and other telecom-related enterprises. The team assists clients with the regulatory aspects of telecoms and broadcast transactions. The team is well versed in drafting agreements and assisting clients with the purchase of telecom and broadcast companies and assets. The telecoms practice is led by founding partner and telecoms specialist Carl W. Northrop and managing partner Michael Lazarus from Washington D.C. Gregg Skall is also noted for his work on broadcasting matters.