International law firm Dorsey & Whitney LLP announced today that George Foote has joined its Washington DC office as a Partner in the Regulatory Affairs department. Mr. Foote’s practice focuses on telecommunications regulatory and transactional representation. His principal agency focus is the Federal Communications Commission, where he provides policy, litigation and transactional counsel to public bodies and commercial clients. His FCC engagements have covered a wide range of issues, including, wireless and broadband matters, Universal Service Fund and E-Rate program issues, satellite and cable transactions, and issues relating to pole attachments and smart metering. He also serves as outside general counsel to the United States Institute of Peace. Mr. Foote was previously a partner at Bracewell & Giuliani LLP, where he led the telecommunications practice.
He received a B.A. from Washington & Lee, and a J.D. (1974) and LL.M. (1978) from the Georgetown University Law Center. He started his legal career as an associate at Cadwalader, Wickersham and Taft in 1978.
“George is an outstanding lawyer who brings exceptional experience to our clients working with major regulatory agencies such as the FCC.,” noted Creighton “Chip” Magid, Partner and Head of Dorsey’s Washington DC office. “Clients across the Dorsey platform can benefit from his experience and knowledge and we are very pleased he has joined the Firm.”
“Dorsey’s platform, clients and culture are all appealing to me,” added Mr. Foote. “I have great respect for the team of lawyers at the Firm and am impressed with the depth of client relationships and their reputation for outstanding client service.”