Communications
Bright Ideas
The Energy, Telecommunications and Utilities Practice Group of Barnes & Thornburg has long provided comprehensive representation of telecommunications companies, property owners and end users. This practice has included representation of a number of local exchange companies and their affiliates, as well as telecommunications carriers and associations in other segments of the industry including interexchange carriers, wireless providers, alternative operator, enhanced service and video providers.
The firm's practice also extends to cable and video franchising, Internet and computer technology transactions, antitrust, financing, real estate, tax, and other matters. The practice group has also participated, on behalf of customers, in the negotiation of contracts for telecommunications services. The practice group works with developers, property owners and colleges and universities on telecommunications and technology issues, including representing clients in matters associated with perpetual or indefinite term contracts, home run and inside wiring, and Over-the-Air Reception Devices. The practice group also works on Federal Communications Commission matters, including licensing.