Senior Associate Attorney Telecom, Privacy, & Regulatory Practice

Senior Associate Attorney Telecom, Privacy, & Regulatory Practice

Location : Flexible with preference for candidates in the DC Metro area

Compensation : $145,000 $195,000 (commensurate with experience) + full benefits, including HSA with employer contribution

About the Firm

Marashlian & Donahue, PLLC, The CommLaw Group, is a boutique law firm nationally recognized for its deep regulatory expertise in telecommunications, VoIP, wireless services, broadband, utility commission licensing, and privacy law. Our clients range from startups to global enterprises navigating a dynamic legal and regulatory landscape. We pride ourselves on delivering practical, risk-informed legal advice that empowers clients to innovate with confidence.

Position Summary

We are seeking a seasoned and independent Associate or Senior Associate Attorney (minimum 5 years relevant experience) to join our growing legal team. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated, detail-obsessed professional with a track record of handling complex transactional and regulatory matters in the communications and information services industries. This role is ideal for an attorney with strong analytical and writing skills who thrives in a disciplined, process-driven environment and values precision, accountability, and autonomy.

This is not a training ground role. We are looking for a proven contributor someone who already gets it and is ready to plug in and deliver high-quality, client-ready work with minimal handholding.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and prosecute federal and state regulatory approvals, licenses, and registrations, including before Public Utility Commissions and the FCC.
• Structure, negotiate, and draft commercial contracts, including carrier agreements, service contracts, terms and conditions, and NDAs.
• Provide legal advice on telecommunications regulatory compliance, including VoIP classification, USF contribution obligations, TRS, STIR / SHAKEN, and 911 / E911.
• Advise on wireless spectrum policy and regulatory filings related to private wireless networks and device certification.
• Support privacy and data protection counseling, including CCPA / CPRA, GDPR, and emerging state-level privacy laws.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, consultants, and in-house legal / compliance teams across projects.
• Translate complex regulatory obligations into practical guidance aligned with business objectives.

Qualifications

We are not just hiring a rsumwe are looking for a professional who fits our culture and ethos :

Expectations, Compensation & Benefits

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are invited to submit a rsum, cover letter, and a recent writing sample to Sherry Reese at sar@.

Please use the subject line : Senior Associate Application [Your Name].

We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive team of professionals who share our values and commitment to excellence.

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