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Jenner & Block Secures Trial Victory for Chance the Rapper
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Jenner & Block Named Law Firm of the Year, Earned Additional Honors Across Categories by The American Lawyer 2025 Industry Awards
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Chicago Bar Association Names Jenner & Block Law Firm of the Year
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WASHINGTON, DC – June 17, 2026: Jenner & Block is pleased to announce that Brandon R. Thompson has joined as a Special Counsel in its Washington, DC office as part of the firm’s Communications, Internet, and Technology (CIT) Practice. Brandon's background in corporate transactions, combined with his Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulatory experience, strengthens the firm's ability to advise clients navigating the intersection of communications law and commercial transactions.
Jenner & Block is pleased to announce that Kimberly Cook has joined as Special Counsel in its Washington, DC office as part of the firm's Communications, Internet, and Technology (CIT) Practice.
Partner Rebekah Goodheart to Speak on Broadband and Currency Law at Practising Law Institute
Partner Rebekah Goodheart, Co-Chair of the firm’s Communications, Internet, and Technology Practice will co-chair the Practising Law Institute’s conference “Broadband and Cable Industry Law 2026” on May 12, 2026.
Recognitions
Jenner & Block’s New York Office Earns Top Honors in Chambers USA 2026 for Commercial Litigation, White-Collar Litigation, Media & Entertainment, and Intellectual Property
Chambers USA 2026 Highlights Jenner & Block's Strength Across California
Chambers USA 2026 guide once again recognized Jenner & Block as a leader in the California legal market, highlighting the firm’s excellence across its general commercial, white collar, media and entertainment, and intellectual property practices, with 13 lawyers earning individual recognition.
2026 Chambers USA Recognizes 40 Practice Areas, 86 Lawyers from Jenner & Block
The Chambers USA 2026 guide has recognized Jenner & Block as a leading firm in 40 practice areas, with practice rankings in 17 national and 23 state categories, and 86 lawyers individually recommended across practice areas at the national and state level. Ranked firms and individuals demonstrate qualities most valued by clients, including technical legal ability, professional conduct, client service, commercial astuteness, diligence, and commitment.
Publications
In Law360, Partner Samuel Feder Analyzes the Supreme Court's Ruling in FCC v. AT&T
Partner Sam Feder authored an article in Law360 examining the Supreme Court's June 4 decision in Federal Communications Commission v. AT&T Inc., which rejected AT&T's and Verizon's argument that the FCC's forfeiture process violates the Seventh Amendment right to a jury trial.
“Key Considerations for Dark Fiber Agreement Negotiations,” RCR Wireless News
In an article for RCR Wireless News, Partner Zeb Zankel discusses how businesses can ensure their dark fiber agreements fit their short- and long-term business objectives while minimizing risk. The article analyzes several considerations for organizations entering these agreements, including agreement structuring, pricing, and specific rights of termination.
“Online Privacy: Keeping Kids Safe” New Law Journal
In a recent article for the New Law Journal, Partner Robert Dalling and Associate Abigail Dore highlight an urgent call to action for digital platforms: improve protections for children or risk potential fines. The Information Commissioner’s Office has called on 11 social media and video-sharing platforms to improve their privacy measures for young users, amid growing concerns about inadequate privacy protections in digital spaces.
Client Alerts
On June 22, 2026, President Trump signed two Executive Orders establishing an updated comprehensive federal framework for quantum information science and technology. The first order focuses on security—requiring federal agencies and government contractors to upgrade their encryption systems to withstand attacks from future quantum computers, before those computers arrive. The second focuses on innovation—accelerating research, commercialization, and workforce development in quantum computing and
The Future of Pharmaceutical Advertising on Television: Legal and Regulatory Considerations
The debate over pharmaceutical advertising on television has resurfaced with renewed vigor, among populist conservatives and activists, such as Charlie Kirk, who have advocated for regulatory intervention, and from Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the nominee for Secretary of HHS, and Brendan Carr, the new FCC Chairman, who have either called for or agreed with calls to ban pharmaceutical advertising. This article examines the potential for restrictions on direct-to-consumer (DTC) pharmaceutical advertisi
As the Trump administration prepares to return to power in 2025, the communications and technology sectors are bracing for significant regulatory shifts, with experts predicting major changes in areas ranging from spectrum management to broadband funding.
Events
Co-Chair of Jenner & Block’s Communications, Internet, and Technology Practice Sam Feder participated in a session at the International Bar Association’s 34th Annual Communications and Competition Law Conference.
Post-Election Review of FCC Policy Agenda Webinar
Jenner & Block is pleased to invite clients and friends of the firm to an exclusive online presentation examining the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) policy agenda following the November 5, 2024, election. This timely session, scheduled for Thursday, November 14, will offer critical insights for business leaders, legal professionals, and corporate decision-makers navigating the evolving regulatory landscape.
Partner Jessica Ring Amunson to Speak at Broadband Breakfast Event
Jessica Ring Amunson, Co-Chair of the Appellate and Supreme Court Practice, will be participating in the Broadband Breakfast Live Online event on October 16 at 12 pm ET.