Speeches

UPCOMING EVENTS

RECENT EVENTS

NEW YORK STATE WIRELESS ASSOCIATION & NEW JERSEY WIRELESS ASSOCIATION LUNCHEON

Bryan N. Tramont spoke at the New York State Wireless Association and New Jersey Wireless Association's Luncheon at the Yale Club in New York, NY on July 10, 2008.  Mr. Tramont appeared on the panel "The Latest FCC Auctions: An Analysis of What The Results Mean To You."  Additional information regarding this event can be found at: http://www.newyorkstatewireless.org/events.htm  

COLORADO UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LAW

Bryan N. Tramont was a guest lecturer at the University of Colorado's School of Law from July 15-24, 2008 in Boulder, CO.

BRYAN TRAMONT SERVED AS A FEATURED SPEAKER AT THE 13th ANNUAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LAW CONFERENCE (April 17-18, 2008, Seattle, WA)

WASHINGTON, DC – Wilkinson Barker Knauer, LLP (WBK) is pleased to announce that partner Bryan N. Tramont was a featured presenter at the Law Seminars International (LSI) 13th Annual Telecommunications Law Conference.

Mr. Tramont addressed the implications of the outcome of the Federal Communication Commission’s just-completed 700 MHz spectrum auction, along with the potential impact on wireless telecommunications, the slated February 2009 analog-digital transition and the debate over the use of  the white spaces.

Prior to joining WBK, Mr. Tramont served as Chief of Staff at the Federal Communications Commission.

Mr. Tramont is widely recognized for his expertise on spectrum-related matters. The Secretary of Commerce recently appointed Mr. Tramont to the Spectrum Management Advisory Committee of the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA). He currently serves as Co-Chair of the Advisory Committee.

SPECTRUM MANAGEMENT 2008 

Paul J. Sinderbrand spoke at the National Spectrum Managers Association annual conference in Rosslyn, VA on May 20-21, 2008.  Mr. Sinderbrand appeared on the Industry Roundtable panel, discussing spectrum management issues of importance to the wireless broadband industry.  Additional information regarding this event can be found at: http://www.nsma.org/

BROADBAND WIRELESS WORLD AT NXTCOMM

Paul J. Sinderbrand spoke on June 18, 2008 at Broadband Wireless World at NxtComm in Las Vegas, NV on "The Impact of the 700 MHz Auction."  For more information regarding the event, go to http://www.lightreading.com/live/event_information.asp?survey_id=376.

FCBA/ABA/NAB SEMINAR: REPRESENTING YOUR LOCAL BROADCASTERS

On April 13, 2008, David H. Solomon moderated a panel discussion on “Content Regulation – Where is the Happy Medium?”  at a seminar on “Representing Your Local Broadcaster – A Wrinkle in Time” sponsored by the Federal Communications Bar Association, the American Bar Association, and the National Association of Broadcasters in Las Vegas, NV.  For more information, please visit http://www.abanet.org/forums/communication/home.html.

ABA FORUM ON COMMUNICATIONS LAW ANNUAL CONFERENCE

On February 16, 2008, David H. Solomon spoke on "FCC v. Pacifica (The Seven Dirty Words Case) 30 Years Later: Are Wardrobe Malfunctions and F words Sanctionable" at a plenary session of The American Bar Association Forum on Communications Law 13th Annual Conference in Boca Raton, FL.  For further information, visit http://www.abanet.org/forums/communication/home.html.   

FCBA WIRELESS PRACTICE AND DATA SECURITY COMMITTEES

On February 28, 2008, David H. Solomon spoke on a panel discussion regarding “Protecting Wireless Consumer Privacy” sponsored by the Federal Communications Bar Association Wireless Practice Committee and Data Security Committee.

FCBA FCC ENFORCEMENT PRACTICE COMMITTEE CLE

On February 27, 2008, David H. Solomon moderated a Continuing Legal Education seminar on “FCC Hearings and Investigations – Nuts and Bolts Review” sponsored by the Federal Communications Bar Association FCC Enforcement Practice Committee.  For further information, visit www.fcba.org.

3rd ANNUAL COMMUNICATIONS LAW AND POLICY SYMPOSIUM

On February 23, 2008, David H. Solomon spoke on "The FCC - A Year in Review" at Syracuse University College of Law's 3rd Annual Communications Law and Policy Symposium. For further information, please see www.fcba.org.

FCBA WIRELINE PRACTICE COMMITTEE

On October 16, 2007, Robert G. Morse participated in a panel discussion at an FCBA brownbag lunch regarding IP Enabled Services, Access for People with Disabilities, and § 255.  The panel was sponsored by the FCBA Wireline Practice Committee.  For further information, visit http://www.fcba.org.

DC BAR

On October 22, 2007, David H. Solomon spoke at a District of Columbia Bar panel on "XM-SIRIUS: An Out of This World Monopolist or Just Another Down-to-Earth Competitor?" The panel was sponsored by the D.C. Bar Computer and Telecommunications Law Section.  For further information, visit http://www.dcbar.org/for_lawyers/events/search_results.cfm.

FCBA

On October 30, 2007, David H. Solomon spoke at an FCBA CLE seminar regarding Lobbying the FCC and Congress: Ethical and Legal Considerations.  The panel was co-sponsored by the FCBA Professional Responsibility, Access to Records, and Legislative Committees.  For further information, visit http://www.fcba.org.

NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION'S LEGAL SEMINAR

Bryan N. Tramont spoke at the National Telecommunications Cooperative Association's Legal Seminar in Scottsdale, AZ on November 12, 2007. Mr. Tramont gave a presentation on Spectrum Regulatory Issues and Wireless Opportunities in Rural America. Additional information regarding this event can be found at www.ntca.org."

119TH NARUC ANNUAL CONVENTION

Bryan N. Tramont will spoke at the 119th NARUC Annual Convention in Anaheim, CA on November 13, 2007. Mr. Tramont gave a presentation on spectrum policy and the upcoming 700MHz auction. Additional information regarding this event can be found at http://annual.narucmeetings.org/.

ACLP REGULATORS' ADVANCEDCOMM SUMMIT 

Bryan N. Tramont spoke at the ACLP's Regulators' AdvancedComm Summit in New York, NY on October 16, 2007. He discussed "Cutting the Cord and the Wireless Revolution."  For additional information regarding this event, please visit: http://www.nyls.edu/pages/3920.asp

TELECOMMUNICATIONS POLICY RESEARCH CONFERENCE

On September 28-30, 2007Jonahan V. Cohen moderated a panel discussion on “Regulation and Deployment of Wireless Networks” at the Telecommunications Policy Research Conference, held at George Mason University Law School.

THE WIRELESS INFRASTRUCTURE ASSOCIATION'S WIRELESS INFRASTRUCTURE SHOW

On October 4, 2007, David H. Solomon spoke at PCIA -- The Wireless Infrastructure Association's Wireless Infrastructure Show, held in Orlando, Florida.  Mr. Solomon moderated a panel about "Federal Regulatory Compliance: Strategies for Avoiding Enforcement Action."  For additional information regarding this event, please visit http://www.pcia.com/show/. 

WIMAX WORLD 

On September 26, 2007, Paul J. Sinderbrand appeared on a panel at WiMAX World in Chicago, IL, discussing WiMAX spectrum and regulatory issues in the United States and Canada.  For more information, go to http://usa.wimaxworld.com/

PCIA'S WIRELESS INFRASTRUCTURE SHOW

On October 2, 2007, Bryan N. Tramont will spoke  at PCIA -- The Wireless Infrastructure Association's Wireless Infrastructure Show, being held in Orlando, Florida.  Mr. Tramont moderated a panel about "Future Focus: The Impact of New Spectrum Allocations on Wireless Infrastructure."  For additional information regarding this event, please visit http://www.pcia.com/show/. 

LSI'S SPECTRUM MANAGEMENT CONFERENCE

Bryan N. Tramont spoke at the LSI's Spectrum Management Conference in Washington, DC on September 18, 2007. He discussed "Where the FCC is Heading on Wireless Telecommunications and Broadcast Access." For additional information regarding this event, please visit: http://www.lawseminars.com/frame_seminars.htm

US TELECOM EXECUTIVE BUSINESS FORUM  

Bryan N. Tramont spoke at US Telecom's Executive Business Forum on September 11, 2007 in San Jose, CA. Mr. Tramont moderated a panel on "Capitalizing on Wireless Options for Providers of All Sizes and Service Areas: What does the upcoming 700 MHz spectrum auction mean?" For more information regarding this event please visit: http://www.ustelecom.org/events.php?urh=home.events.Executive_Business_Forum

COLORADO UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LAW

Bryan N. Tramont was a guest lecturer at the University of Colorado's School of Law from July 17-26 in Boulder, CO. Bryan's lectures focused on spectrum management and the 700MHz auction.

SPECTRUM MANAGEMENT 2007 

Paul J. Sinderbrand and Bryan N. Tramont spoke at the National Spectrum Managers Association annual conference in Rosslyn, VA on May 22-23, 2007.  Mr. Sinderbrand appeared on the Industry Roundtable panel, discussing spectrum management issues of importance to the wireless broadband industry.  Mr. Tramont gave a presentation discussing spectrum auctions and opportunities.  Additional information regarding this event can be found at: http://www.nsma.org/

WCA LIVE RADIO SHOW 700 MHZ SPECTRUM AUCTION

Christine Crowe spoke on the WCA Live! radio show on May 16, 2007, regarding the public policy issues related to the FCC’s upcoming auction of 700 MHz spectrum, which is considered ideal for the provision of next generation broadband services. To listen to the radio show visit: http://www.mytechnologylawyer.com/cgi-bin/FormManager/WebForms.pl?Session=MTL.11567251786&Action=Home_Radio&ID=202

ABA/FCBA/NAB ANNUAL SEMINAR

Bryan N. Tramont and David H. Solomon were  panelists at the ABA/NAB/FCBA’s annual “Representing Your Local Broadcaster” Seminar during the NAB Convention in Las Vegas on April 15, 2007.  This year’s Seminar is entitled “Journey to the Legal Center of the New Media World."  Mr. Tramont will be discussing intellectual property and Mr. Solomon will be discussing indecency.

NAB 2007  

David H. Solomon spoke at the National Association of Broadcasters Convention in Las Vegas, NV on April 16, 2007.  Mr. Solomon was  a panelist discussing "Stay Out of Trouble with the FCC: What Recent Enforcement Actions Mean to You."  For additional information, please visit http://www.nabshow.com/.

LSI'S TWELFTH ANNUAL CONFERENCE ON TELECOMMUNICATIONS LAW

Bryan N. Tramont spoke at Law Seminars International Twelfth Annual Conference on Telecommunications Law in Seattle, WA on April 17, 2007.  Mr. Tramont discussed “Wireless Issues on the Horizon”.  For more information regarding this event, please visit:  http://www.lawseminars.com/

CEA’s WASHINGTON FORUM

Bryan N. Tramont spoke at CEA’s Washington Forum on March 26th in Washington DC.  Mr. Tramont discussed“The 700 MHz Spectrum Everyone’s Vying for it – Who Will Get it?” at this event.  For additional information, please visit: http://www.ce.org/Events/event_info/default.asp?eventID=CEAE07

CUA COMMLAW CONSPECTUS 2007 SYMPOSIUM

Bryan Tramont moderated a panel at CUA's 2007 Symposium entitled "Content Abundance in a Multimedia World: Challenges and Opportunities for Multi-Platform Content Delivery and Regulation" on March 15, 2007.  Mr. Tramont's panel discussed "Navigating the Regulatory Overlay in a Convergent Environment".  For additional information regarding this event, please visit: http://commlaw.cua.edu/.

2nd ANNUAL COMMUNICATIONS LAW & POLICY SPRING SYMPOSIUM

Bryan N. Tramont gave the keynote address at Syracuse Law’s 2nd annual Communications Law and Policy Spring Symposium on March 3, 2007.  For additional information regarding this event, please visit: www.suclps.org

WCA INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM & BUSINESS EXPO

Paul J. Sinderbrand, Bryan Tramont, and Robert D. Primosch spoke at the 2007 WCA International Symposium & Business Expo, January 16-19, 2007 in San Jose, CA. In addition to presenting an FCC Regulatory Overview to WCA’s membership, Mr. Sinderbrand moderated two panels, “Shaping Broadband Policy With The New Congress” and “What You Need To Know About BRS/EBS Transitions.” Mr. Tramont will be moderating a panel titled “Profiting from WCA’s Physically Diverse Networks Initiative.”  Mr. Primosch moderated a panel titled “Integrating The 700 MHz Band Into Pervasive Networks.”

NATIONAL ITFS ASSOCIATION ANNUAL CONFERENCE

Paul J. Sinderbrand participated on a panel discussion at the National ITFS Association Annual conference addressing the FCC's new rules for the 2.5 GHz band, the rulemaking issues that remain outstanding, and a basic overview of important regulatory topics of importance to Educational Broadband Service licensees.  More information regarding the February 19-21, 2007 conference is available at www.itfs.org.

NEW YORK CITY BAR ASSOCIATION

On November 29, David H. Solomon spoke on a New York City Bar Association Panel, "One Step Back from the Battle Lines: Indecency, Profanity, Free Speech, and the FCC."  For further information regarding this event, please visit http://www.nycbar.org/EventsCalendar/show_event.php?eventid=550

LSI'S BROADCASTING AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS DEALMAKING CONFERENCE

Bryan N. Tramont spoke at LSI's Broadcasting and Telecommunications Dealmaking conference on November 2nd, 2006 in Atlanta, GA.  Bryan discussed "Perspectives on the Regulatory Issues that Create the Most Uncertainty and the Best Strategies for Dealing with Them".  For more information regarding this event, please visit http://www.lawseminars.com/seminars/06TELGA.php

MOBILE TV SUMMIT

On October 18, 2006, our partner Larry Movshin spoke in Las Vegas, Nevada at the Mobile TV Summit being held as part of Mobile Broadband Americas, sponsored by Institute for Internatial Research.  Mr. Movshin was featured on the panel "Examining the Regulatory Issues that Could Impact the Commercial Viability and Availability of Mobile TV Services". http://www.iirusa.com/mobilebroadband/2278.xml

LSI'S SPECTRUM RIGHTS AND MANAGEMENT CONFERENCE

Bryan N. Tramont discussed "Lessons from the AWS Auction and Implications for the Future" at LSI's Spectrum Rights and Management Conference was held in Washington, DC on September 18, 2006.  For additional information regarding this event, please visit: http://www.lawseminars.com/frame_seminars.htm

PCIA'S WIRELESS INFRASTRUCTURE SHOW

Bryan N. Tramont spoke at PCIA -- The Wireless Infrastructure Association's Wireless Infrastructure Show, was held in Nashville, TN on September 19, 2006.  Mr. Tramont  moderated a panel about the "FCC's Environmental and Historic Preservation Action Plan".  For additional information regarding this event, please visit http://www.pcia.com/wice/expo/. 

PCIA'S WIRELESS INFRASTRUCTURE SHOW

On September 21, 2006, David H. Solomon spoke at PCIA -- The Wireless Infrastructure Association's Wireless Infrastructure Show, being held in Nashville, TN.  Mr. Solomon was a panelist speaking about "Enforcement and the Wireless Infrastructure Industry: Keeping Pace with Technology."  For additional information regarding this event, please visit http://www.pcia.com/wice/expo/. 

MEDIA LAW CONFERENCE

David H. Solomon spoke on September 28 in Alexandria, Virginia, at the Media Law Conference 2006: Protecting the First Amendment in Challenging Times, co-sponsored by the Newspaper Association of America, the National Association of Broadcasters and the Media Law Resource Center.  Mr. Solomon participated in a panel discussion on "Indecency and Edge Content."

TELECOM TECHNOLOGIES OF TOMORROW

Paul J. Sinderbrand spoke at the Telecom Technologies of Tomorrow Conference on August 15, 2006 in New York City.  He participated in a panel discussion of Wireless Broadband, focusing on the emerging technologies and service providers that are evolving and the implications for incumbents. 

USTTI'S SEMINAR AND WORKSHOP IN COMPETITION POLICY FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS

On July 21, 2006, Bryan N. Tramont participated as a presenter in USTTI's Seminar and Workshop in Competition Policy for Telecommunications.  For more information, please visit: http://ustti.org/courses/display.php3?CourseID=39

COMCAST LAW SYMPOSIUM 

Bryan N. Tramont spoke at the Comcast Law Symposium's Competition and Technology conference on June 6th, 2006.  Bryan was a panelist discussing "The Regulatory Arena: National Franchising, Network Neutrality and Other Industry Challenges".  The conference was held at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Washington DC from June 4-7, 2006.

COLORADO UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LAW

Bryan N. Tramont was a guest speaker at the University of Colorado's School of Law from June 12-15.  Bryan's lectures focused on spectrum management and Auction 66.

NSMA'S SPECTRUM MANAGEMENT 2006

Bryan N. Tramont and Paul J. Sinderbrand spoke at the National Spectrum Managers Association's "Spectrum Management 2006" Conference being held in Arlington, VA on May 16, 2006.  Mr. Tramont discussed spectrum auctions and Mr. Sinderbrand spoke on the Industry Roundtable panel, providing the views of the wireless broadband industry on spectrum management issues before the FCC and NTIA.  For additional information regarding this event, please visit: http://www.nsma.org/2006GenInfo.htm

SPRINT/NEXTEL COMPLIANCE FORUM

Bryan N. Tramont and David H. Solomon spoke at Sprint/Nextel's Telecom Compliance Forum held on Tuesday May 17 in Reston, VA.  Bryan and David discussed the FCC Enforcement Process and other Enforcement Issues. 

UTC'S TELECOM 2006

Bryan N. Tramont spoke at the United Telecom Council's "Telecom 2006" conference on May 23rd in Tampa, Florida.  At this conference, Bryan discussed the impact of the Telecom Act Rewrite on utilities.  Additional information is located at http://utctelecom2006.utc.org/

NEW DEVELOPMENTS IN COMMUNICATIONS LAW AND POLICY CONFERENCE

Bryan N. Tramont was a panelist at the Law Society of Upper Canada/Canadian Bar Association’s "New Developments in Communications Law and Policy" Conference on April 28, 2006 in Ottawa, Canada. Bryan discussed how Post 9/11 security legislation has effected the telecommunications industry in recent years. For additional information regarding this event, please visit: http://ecom.lsuc.on.ca/html/cle/2006/CLE06-0040201.jsp.

WiDAT AWS-1 Auction Teach In  

Paul J. Sinderbrand spoke at the WiDAT Group's April 26th seminar in New York City on the upcoming AWS-1 auction for the 1.7/2.1 GHz band regarding regulatory issues of import to prospective bidders and their financial backers.  He addressed the Commission's new rules regarding designated entity eligibility for bidding credits and their obligation to make unjust enrichment payments, the rules governing incumbent relocation, the possible use of blind bidding procedures during the auction, and spectrum-based alternatives.

ABA/FCBA/NAB ANNUAL SEMINAR

Bryan N. Tramont was a moderator and panelist at the ABA/FCBA’s annual “Representing Your Local Broadcaster” Seminar during the NAB Conference in Las Vegas on April 23, 2006.  This year’s Seminar is themed “25 Issues on a Silver Platter – Ghosts of Problems, Past, Present and Future”.  For more information regarding this event, please visit: http://www.nabshow.com/

NAB 2006  

David H. Solomon spoke at the National Association of Broadcasters Convention in Las Vegas, NV.  On April 24, 2006, Mr. Solomon was a panelist discussing "FCC Compliance and Enforcement."  On April 25, Mr. Solomon was a panelist discussing "Advertising and Controversial Content in a Political Year."  For additional information, please visit www.nabshow.com.

LSI'S ELEVENTH ANNUAL CONFERENCE ON TELECOMMUNICATIONS LAW

Bryan N. Tramont spoke at Law Seminars International Eleventh Annual Conference on Telecommunications Law in Seattle, WA on April 4, 2006.  Mr. Tramont discussed “The New FCC under Chairman Martin: What Changes Can We Expect in 2006?”  For more information regarding this event, please visit:  http://www.lawseminars.com/

"FCBA'S "MEET THE PRESS AND TURN THE TABLES"

Bryan N. Tramont was a moderator for the FCBA's "Meet the Press and Turn the Tables" Luncheon on Wednesday, March 29th at noon.  For additional information, please visit: http://www.fcba.org/

COMMLAW CONSPECTUS SPRING SYMPOSIUM 

Bryan N. Tramont was a panel moderator at the CommLaw Conspectus Spring Symposium on Thursday, March 28th.  Bryan's panel discussed "Municipal Networks: Local Governments Power to Connect to the Global Marketplace".  For more information, please visit, http://commlaw.cua.edu/symposia/symposia_index.cfm

ACI CONFERENCE

Bryan N. Tramont spoke at the American Conference Institute’s “Structuring & Negotiating Media Distribution Partnerships” Conference in San Francisco, CA on March 21, 2006.  Mr. Tramont was a panelist discussing “Breaking Legal and Regulatory Barriers to Reach Convergence”.  For additional information, please visit http://www.americanconference.com/media.htm

COMMUNICATION LAW 101 SEMINAR

Bryan N. Tramont was a panelist at a Communications Law 101 Seminar titled “An Insider’s Guide to Where We Are, Where We’re Headed, and How to Solve the Legal Problems We’ll Encounter Along the Way” on February 28, 2006.  Mr. Tramont’s panel, “Practical Tips from Industry Veterans”, will discuss the types of legal and advocacy skills used by communications attorneys.  For additional information, please visit: http://www.fcba.org/events/cle_seminars.shtml

COUNTRY RADIO SEMINAR 

David H. Solomon spoke at the Country Radio Seminar of the Country Radio Broadcasters on February 16, 2006.  Mr. Solomon spoke about sponsorship identification and payola issues on a panel on "Legal Issues: How Radio and Records Co-Exist."  

NATIONAL ITFS ASSOCIATION

Paul J. Sinderbrand spoke at the annual conference of the National ITFS Association in San Antonio, Texas from February 20-23, 2006.  He appeared on a panel discussing the FCC's new rules governing the Broadband Radio Service and Educational Broadband Service in the 2.5 GHz band, rules largely based on the white paper that Mr. Sinderbrand drafted to guide the FCC's consideration of the issues.  More information regarding the conference can be found at http://itfs.org/index/Annual_Meeting.

WIMAX SPECTRUM EXECUTIVE SEMINAR  

Paul J. Sinderbrand and Bryan Tramont spoke at the invitation-only WiMax Spectrum Executive Seminar sponsored by Alvarion in Herndon, VA on January 25, 2006.  Mr. Tramont gave a keynote address on "FCC Policy, Trends and Intentions -- an Insider's Perspective."  Mr. Sinderbrand appeared on a panel discussing "Spectrum and Secondary Market Issues" involved in the deployment of WiMax technologies.

WCA INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM & BUSINESS EXPO

Paul J. Sinderbrand, Bryan Tramont, Robert D. Primosch and Mary N. O’Connor spoke at the 2006 WCA International Symposium & Business Expo, January 17-20, in San Jose, CA. Mr. Sinderbrand led a tutorial regarding the FCC’s new regulatory regime for the Broadband Radio Service and Educational Broadband Service in the 2.5 GHz band.  He also moderated a separate panel discussion on the same subject, “When Do 2.5 GHz North American Rollouts Flourish Under New FCC Rules?”  Mr. Tramont appeared on a panel on new opportunities in fixed wireless, “Future Proofing Your Network: Reasons Why New Sectors Are Opening Up To Fixed Wireless,” and moderated a panel titled “Print Press Speaks: Spotting The Real Deal, or Separating Savants From Hypesters.”  Mr. Primosch moderated a panel on future FCC spectrum auctions, “How Are Spectrum Have-Nots Coping? FCC’s Future Auction Opportunities.”  Ms. O’Connor moderated a panel on WCS spectrum, “New Opportunities In 2.3 GHz Bands.”

BRYAN N. TRAMONT RECENTLY NAMED TO SERVE AS AN AMBASSADOR AT THE CEA'S 2006 INTERNATIONAL

Bryan N. Tramont recently named to serve as an Ambassador at the CEA's 2006 International CES in Las Vegas from January 5-8, 2006. As a CES Ambassador, Bryan provided floor tours to government officials as part of the Leaders in Technology program. For more information regarding this event, please visit http://www.cesweb.org/default_flash.asp

NAB RADIO SHOW

On September 23, 2005, David H. Solomon moderated a panel on "Steering Clear of FCC Fines and Forfeitures" at the NAB Radio Show, which was held on September 21-23 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.  The panel that Mr. Solomon moderated will be comprised of senior staff from the FCC Enforcement Bureau and Media Bureau. 

LAW SEMINARS INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE

In September 2005, Jonathan V. Cohen taught a session at the Law Seminars International conference titled “Spectrum Management: New Technologies, New Regulations, New Players.”  The conference was held September 15-16 at the Hilton McLean Tysons Corner in McLean, VA, and focused on the challenges of spectrum management in an era of increasing and competing demands for radio spectrum among the different communications industry segments -- broadcasters, wireless carriers, satellite providers, and emerging unlicensed services, as well as the public safety and homeland security community.  Other faculty members included key government decision-makers, industry insiders, technical experts, and representatives of the public safety community.  Mr. Cohen spoke on the topic of “New Spectrum Bands: Upcoming Auctions and Prospects.”  Please contact Mr. Cohen at 202.383.3416 or at joncohen@wbklaw.com to obtain a copy of his presentation.  More information about the conference can be found at http://www.lawseminars.com/seminars/05SPECVA.php .

WCA 2005

Several WBK attorneys made presentations during the annual conference of the Wireless Communications Association International (WCA), WCA 2005.  The conference was held at the Marriott Wardman Hotel in Washington, DC from June 28 through July 1.

On Tuesday, June 28, Paul Sinderbrand, who has been leading WCA’s working group regarding the 3650-3700 MHz band, moderated the panel at WCA’s Global Spectrum Harmonization & Regulatory Summit on “Crafting A 3.6 GHz Industry Solution For the U.S. & Globally.”  On the same day, he made a presentation to WCA’s BRS Operators Group on recent developments regarding the 2.5 GHz band regulatory environment and taught at the tutorial “How FCC’s New BRS/EBS Rules Changes Will Affect Deployments.”  In those sessions, he shared his experience as lead author of the industry coalition proposal that resulted in the FCC’s recent overhaul of the 2.5 GHz band rules.  On Wednesday, June 29, Mr. Sinderbrand moderated “Meet the FCC Legal Advisors”, a panel including the wireless legal advisors to each of the FCC Commissioners.  The panel addressed the full panoply of FCC proceedings of interest to WCA’s constituents, from the 700 MHz band to AWS to BRS/EBS to 3.6 GHz to 70 GHz.

Jonathan V. Cohen was a featured panelist on the June 28 session, “The New Way To Buy/Sell/Lease Spectrum/ Towers/Tower-Rooftop Space On The Cantor Spectrum Exchange.”  Mr. Cohen shared his experiences in negotiating spectrum leases and offer attendees advice regarding ways to expedite the process of gaining access to spectrum.

Robert Primosch moderated a panel on “Mobile TV As Today’s Next Great Opportunity.”  That session was held on Thursday, June 30. 

Detailed information regarding the conference is available at http://www.wcai.com/event/05/05agenda.htm

IPTV ROUNDTABLE AT SUPERCOMM'S IP VIDEO CONFERENCE

Robert D. Primosch moderated an IPTV roundtable at Supercomm’s IP Video Conference, June 7, Chicago, Ill.  The roundtable included representatives from ILECs, cable MSOs and municipal regulators, and discussed the current regulatory challenges and opportunities that must be overcome to ensure a truly level playing field for all broadband operators.  Topics that were discussed included the role of local franchising, the impact of past FCC rulings on things such as retransmission consent, must-carry and program access, and the prospects of a rewrite of the Telecommunications Act of 1996. For further information, see http://www.usta.org/events.php?urh=home.events.supercomm05_IPVideo.

INTEL WIRELESS AND MOBILITY EDUCATION DAY

On June 2, 2005, Paul Sinderbrand participated in a panel discussion on wireless broadband spectrum allocation and regulatory policy issues at Intel's 2nd Annual Wireless and Mobility Education Day.  The event was held at the Grand Hyatt Hotel in San Francisco.

SPECTRUM MANAGEMENT 2005

Paul Sinderbrand participated in the Industry Association Roundtable to be conducted at the National Spectrum Management Association’s conference, Spectrum Management 2005.  He discussed spectrum policy issues of interest to the wireless broadband industry on behalf of the Wireless Communications Association International.  The conference took place May 24-25, 2005 at Rosslyn, VA.  For more information, go to http://www.nsma.org/2005GenInfo.htm. 

IP-BASED COMMUNICATIONS POLICY SUMMIT 2005

Chuck Keller moderated a panel at pulver.com’s May 4, 2005 IP-Based Communications Policy Summit 2005 in Washington, DC.  The panel addressed the future of IP-enabled technologies.  WBK co-sponsored the event.  For more information regarding the conference, go to http://www.pulver.com/policy/

CARIBBEAN TELECOMMUNICATIONS UNION POLICY SEMINAR

Robert D. Primosch was a featured speaker at the Caribbean Telecommunications Union’s 9th Telecommunications Policy Seminar, held April 5-6, 2005 in Kingston, Jamaica. His presentation, “License Exempt Business Breakthrough – Best Practices and Regulatory Update,” addressed recent significant industry and FCC developments that may create additional business opportunities for broadband service in license-exempt spectrum.

GABELLI & CO/ WIDAT WIMAX CONFERENCE

On March 30, 2005, Paul Sinderbrand addressed the First Annual WiMax Conference held by Gabelli & Co. and WiDAT Group in New York City.  Mr. Sinderbrand spoke on the regulatory environment within the US and abroad affecting the deployment of WiMAX 802.16 and other wireless broadband technologies.

CTIA WIRELESS 2005

At the Wireless 2005 convention held by the Cellular Telecommunications & Internet Association (CTIA) in March 2005 in New Orleans, Jonathan V. Cohen taught a session on the FCC’s spectrum leasing rules and the uses of spectrum leasing as part of a seminar jointly sponsored by CTIA and the Federal Communications Bar Association.  Mr. Cohen provided attendees with the latest developments in the “secondary market” for spectrum and explained some of the intricacies of the FCC’s rules for spectrum leasing.

TOWER SUMMIT AND TRADE SHOW 2005

On March 15, 2005, Bill Sill participated in the Tower Sitting Seminar at the 8th Annual Tower Summit and Trade Show in New Orleans.  He spoke as a panelist on “An Overview of the Section 106 Process and a Guided Tour of the 2001 Collocation Agreement and the 2004 Nationwide Programmatic Agreement.”  More information regarding this seminar can be obtained at http://www.shorecliffcommunications.com/tower05/default.asp?showid=T029&info=1513

FCBA CLE SEMINAR ON WIRELESS BROADBAND

Paul Sinderbrand participated in the Federal Communications Bar Association’s Continuing Legal Education Seminar on Wireless Broadband.  His presentation at the February 23, 2005 session focused on the FCC’s new rules governing the Broadband Radio Service and the Educational Broadband Service, which were base upon a proposal he drafted for the Wireless Communications Association International, Inc.

NATIONAL ITFS ASSOCIATION CONFERENCE

Paul Sinderbrand participated in a panel discussion at the February 2005 annual conference of the National ITFS Association in San Diego, CA regarding the FCC’s recent adoption of proposals he drafted and advanced on behalf of an industry coalition regarding the restructuring of the 2.5 GHz band.  A copy of his presentation can be obtained at http://itfs.org/index/articles.

FCBA “COMM LAW 101” SEMINAR

Jonathan V. Cohen organized and served as co-chair of the Federal Communications Bar Association’s February 2005 “Comm Law 101” seminar.  The Comm Law 101 seminary is geared toward attorneys who are relatively new to the practice of communications law.  At this event, a distinguished faculty including FCC Commissioner Kathleen Abernathy, senior FCC officials and corporate executives addressed a standing-room-only audience, offering valuable practical advice to assist attorneys in litigation and enforcement practice, policy and advocacy practice, and transactional practice

WCA INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM & BUSINESS EXPO

On January, 11, 2005, Paul Sinderbrand led a tutorial at the WCA International Symposium & Business Expo in San Jose, CA regarding the FCC’s newly-adopted regulatory regime for the Broadband Radio Service and the Educational Broadband Service.  In addition, he moderated a panel discussion, “State of the Industry Briefing for Analysts: Pundit Predictions To Ponder.”  For more information regarding the conference, go to http://www.wcai.com/event/05/ts11gen.htm.