The expansion of the space and satellite sector brings with it an evolving paradigm of new legal considerations. We guide clients through regulatory compliance, corporate strategy, and high-stakes litigation—developing legal solutions that consider each client’s operational imperatives and providing advice that supports innovation and growth.
Regulatory Launchpad
Our profound understanding of cross-border regulatory frameworks helps our clients’ space ventures launch with minimal legal turbulence. We navigate the intricate web of space law, securing necessary licenses and permissions from various government agencies, including the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). We advise on:
- Compliance with evolving space traffic management regulations
- Securing orbital slot allocations and frequency assignments
- The regulatory landscape of emerging space technologies
Strategic Alliances
We craft and negotiate agreements that can stand up to the rigors of space operations—from government contracts to commercial transponder agreements. Our experience includes:
- Structuring joint ventures and strategic alliances for space-based initiatives
- Developing end-to-end procurement strategies involving multiple jurisdictions
- Negotiating satellite capacity leases and service agreements
Orbital Risk Mitigation
Our litigators know how to defend satellite and defense clients facing multijurisdictional proceedings, arbitrations, and complex commercial disputes across the United States and around the world. Our experience includes:
- Resolving conflicts arising from satellite interference or collisions
- Asserting intellectual property rights involving space technologies around the world
Trailblazers in Space Law
As the industry pushes boundaries, we believe in staying ahead of cutting-edge legal trends to better serve our clients. Our firm provides forward-thinking advice on issues such as the:
- Legal implications of space resource extraction and utilization
- Regulatory frameworks for space tourism ventures
- Strategies for protecting IP across space-based innovations