Telecommunications Law
Kissinger & Fellman attorneys’ expertise in telecommunications law includes an active practice on behalf of clients impacted by the Telecommunications Act of 1996, the Cable Acts of 1984 and 1992, and the regulatory proceedings before the Federal Communications Commission with respect to the implementation of this legislation. We have worked with local governments throughout the country on matters relating to compliance with and interpretation of federal and state communications laws. The Firm has assisted clients in drafting comprehensive telecommunications policies, zoning ordinances addressing towers and antennas, and right-of-way management ordinances, public safety communications issues, conducting community needs assessments, negotiating cable franchise agreements, and development and implementation of wireless broadband networks. We have also represented clients in state and federal court litigation relating to the 1996 Telecommunications Act, and in FCC rulemaking proceedings. Ken Fellman regularly speaks on telecommunications issues, and is widely published. He is a member of the Board of the National Association of Telecommunications Officers and Advisors, and previously served as President of its Colorado chapter. In February 1997, the Federal Communications Commission appointed Ken Fellman as a member of its Local and State Government Advisory Committee, where he served as Chair until the Committee was terminated in July 2003.
Kissinger & Fellman works with local governments in the negotiation and drafting of new franchises, franchise renewals, and franchise transfers for cable television, open video systems, and multi-channel video programming distribution systems. The Firm has also been retained to provide advice on, and prosecute cable television franchise violations. These matters have ranged from relatively straightforward negotiations lasting four to six months, to complex multi-year projects.
The Firm has also worked with local governments, Tribal governments, non-profit entities and private property owners in the negotiation of right of way agreements, provision of telecommunications services, and zoning of telecommunications facilities.
Our telecommunications clients range from very small towns to large cities and counties, and are located throughout Colorado and across the country. The resources of the Firm are tailored to meet the specific needs of each individual community.
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