Located in Washington DC, the practice at Sheppard is a specialist in the space and satellite sector, acting for global satellite operators in rulemaking proceedings relating to C-band spectrum allocation and GPS technology. With particular strength in infrastructure matters, the firm has additional experience in the cable industry and appears before state and federal court in appellate litigation. Seen as 'knowledgeable, a passionate advocate and a sound advisor', Brian Weimer leads the practice, supporting clients in rulemaking, licensing and compliance matters in the satellite and telecoms sectors. Dave Thomas specializes in wireline and wireless network matters, including broadband network deployment and operation. A specialist in litigation, Imad Matini represent clients in disputes raising issues of international law, trade secrets and administrative law. Hannah Wigger advises cable operators and broadband providers on rights-of-way, infrastructure and pole attachment disputes.
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Testimonials
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- 'Brian Weimer is our "go-to" legal advisor. Why? He is knowledgeable, a passionate advocate and a sound advisor. We are with Shepherd Mullin because Brian is with Shepherd Mullin.'
Key clients
- Eutelsat S.A.
- Logos Space
- Charter Communications, Inc.
- Garmin International, Inc.
- Epic Systems Corporation
- OXIO
- San Diego Gas & Electric Company
- Southern California Gas Company
- Rakuten Group, Inc.
- LOGIX Communications
- Starry Internet
- Everstream Solutions, LLC
- Nova Labs
Work highlights
Advising Eutelsat Communications S.A. in the FCC’s proceeding on the future of the Upper C-band (3.98–4.2 GHz), a critical spectrum segment for U.S. broadband and satellite services.
Advised Logos Space — a satellite startup — in securing FCC approval for a constellation of 3,960 LEO satellites, enabling the company to raise significant investment and advance its plans to deliver secure, enterprise-grade global communications.
Advises Charter Communications on the nationwide expansion of its broadband networks into rural and underserved areas through state and federal grant programs, providing strategic counsel on telecommunications infrastructure, rights-of-way, and regulatory issues to support Charter’s mission of bringing high-speed internet to millions of new customers.
Practice head
Brian Weimer
Other key lawyers
Dave Thomas; Imad Matini; Abraham Shandeling; Hannah Wigger