Communications Associate Attorney

1-5 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview: A law firm in Washington, DC, seeks a Communications Associate Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of experience and a background in communications and technology law and policy. They will be responsible for providing legal counsel to clients on various communications-related matters, including advocacy at regulatory agencies, contract negotiation, and litigation.

Duties:

• Draft pleadings and advocate at the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and state public utility commissions.
• Advise clients on federal Universal Service Fund programs and contributions, including audit, investigation, and enforcement representation.
• Provide counsel on consumer protection-related matters, such as privacy, terms of service, accessibility, and broadband transparency, including drafting policies and procedures.
• Prepare and prosecute applications before the FCC, USAC, and state public utility commissions.
• Negotiate and draft communications, IoT, and technology contracts.
• Seek authorization for major acquisitions and other transactions before the FCC and other Executive Branch agencies.
• Handle litigation involving communications-related matters.

Requirements:

• 1-2 years of experience in communications and technology law and policy.
• Have a background in communications and consumer protection/privacy regulatory matters, transactions, and/or litigation/enforcement matters.
• Excellent academic credentials with strong writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Membership in the DC Bar or eligibility to be admitted to the DC Bar.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Membership in the DC Bar or eligibility for admission.

Skills:

• Strong understanding of communications and technology law and policy.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to analyze complex legal issues and provide practical solutions.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

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