Communications and Networking
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Representing the Leaders Then and Now
Wilson Sonsini represented communications and networking pioneers, and continues to work with leaders in the industry today.
Wilson Sonsini routinely counsels communications and networking companies focused on advancing and improving the interaction between individuals, computers, and other technologies.
Our communications and networking clients are engaged in all aspects of the industry, including wireline and wireless voice and data, broadband, video, and satellite communications. Our clients' business activities involve the manufacturing and marketing of computer networking equipment; the expansion of underlying networking technologies such as communications-specific semiconductors and optical switches; the deployment of networking systems; and the development of wireless equipment, software, and services.
Overview
Wilson Sonsini routinely counsels communications and networking companies focused on advancing and improving the interaction between individuals, computers, and other technologies.
Our communications and networking clients are engaged in all aspects of the industry, including wireline and wireless voice and data, broadband, video, and satellite communications. Our clients' business activities involve the manufacturing and marketing of computer networking equipment; the expansion of underlying networking technologies such as communications-specific semiconductors and optical switches; the deployment of networking systems; and the development of wireless equipment, software, and services.
Alerts
FCC Sets New Satellite Spectrum Sharing Framework
On April 30, 2026, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) adopted an Order fundamentally revising how satellite systems share spectrum in the Ku and Ka bands, replacing the decades-old Equivalent Power Flux Density (EPFD) limits with a performance-based coordination framework for managing interference between geostationary (GSO) and non-geostationary (NGSO) satellite systems. By reforming the EPFD regime, the FCC has removed a longstanding regulatory constraint that was developed to protect GSO systems but has arguably limited NGSO operators’ ability to deliver high-speed, low-latency broadband services.
Client Highlights
Wilson Sonsini Advises Special Committee of the Board in Globalstar's Acquisition by Amazon
On April 14, 2026, Amazon and Globalstar announced they have entered into a definitive merger agreement under which Amazon will acquire Globalstar, a leading mobile satellite services (MSS) operator, a pioneer in non-geostationary orbit (NGSO) satellites and D2D technology, and a provider of critical and emergency communications to customers around the world. Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati is representing the special committee of Globalstar’s board of directors on the transaction.
Client Highlights
Wilson Sonsini Advises Canva on Acquisition of Ortto
On April 8, 2026, Canva, the world’s leading visual communication platform, announced the acquisition of Ortto, a customer data and marketing automation company, as part of its continued investment in artificial intelligence and marketing infrastructure. Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati advised Canva on the transaction.
Ortto combines a customer data platform with powerful marketing automation, enabling teams to design and orchestrate journeys across email, SMS, push notifications, in-app messaging, forms, and surveys, all within a single system. Canva’s acquisition of Ortto strengthens Canva Grow and builds on Canva’s recent additions of MagicBrief, MangoAI, and Doohly, accelerating its ability to power the full marketing and content lifecycle, from ideation and creation through to deployment, measurement, and optimization.
Ortto combines a customer data platform with powerful marketing automation, enabling teams to design and orchestrate journeys across email, SMS, push notifications, in-app messaging, forms, and surveys, all within a single system. Canva’s acquisition of Ortto strengthens Canva Grow and builds on Canva’s recent additions of MagicBrief, MangoAI, and Doohly, accelerating its ability to power the full marketing and content lifecycle, from ideation and creation through to deployment, measurement, and optimization.
Alerts
Re-Routing the Market: FCC Adds Foreign-Produced Consumer Routers to Its Covered List
On March 23, 2026, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) added consumer-grade routers produced in foreign countries to its Covered List (Router Action), with limited exceptions for routers that have been granted a Conditional Approval by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), also referred to as the U.S. Department of War (DoW), or the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
Client Highlights
Wilson Sonsini Advises Urgently on Acquisition by Agero
On March 13, 2026, Agero, a software-enabled driver safety services and technology company, announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Urgent.ly (Urgently), a digital software platform that provides roadside and mobility assistance, for a cash price of $5.50 per share. The tender offer and merger are expected to close by the end of May 2026, subject to satisfaction of customary closing conditions. Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati advised Urgently on the transaction.
Client Highlights
Wilson Sonsini Advises Lumentum on Strategic Partnership and Related $2 Billion Equity Investment from NVIDIA
On March 2, 2026, Lumentum, a leader in optical and photonic technologies, and NVIDIA announced their multiyear strategic agreements to accelerate innovation in advanced optics technologies and NVIDIA’s $2 billion equity investment in Lumentum to support R&D, future capacity and operations as Lumentum builds out its U.S.-based manufacturing capabilities in a new fab. This expanded collaboration will draw on the strengths of NVIDIA’s leadership in AI, accelerated computing and networking, and Lumentum’s leadership in optics and advanced manufacturing. Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati advised Lumentum on the transaction.
Insights
Alerts
FCC Sets New Satellite Spectrum Sharing Framework
On April 30, 2026, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) adopted an Order fundamentally revising how satellite systems share spectrum in the Ku and Ka bands, replacing the decades-old Equivalent Power Flux Density (EPFD) limits with a performance-based coordination framework for managing interference between geostationary (GSO) and non-geostationary (NGSO) satellite systems. By reforming the EPFD regime, the FCC has removed a longstanding regulatory constraint that was developed to protect GSO systems but has arguably limited NGSO operators’ ability to deliver high-speed, low-latency broadband services.
Client Highlights
Wilson Sonsini Advises Special Committee of the Board in Globalstar's Acquisition by Amazon
On April 14, 2026, Amazon and Globalstar announced they have entered into a definitive merger agreement under which Amazon will acquire Globalstar, a leading mobile satellite services (MSS) operator, a pioneer in non-geostationary orbit (NGSO) satellites and D2D technology, and a provider of critical and emergency communications to customers around the world. Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati is representing the special committee of Globalstar’s board of directors on the transaction.
Client Highlights
Wilson Sonsini Advises Canva on Acquisition of Ortto
On April 8, 2026, Canva, the world’s leading visual communication platform, announced the acquisition of Ortto, a customer data and marketing automation company, as part of its continued investment in artificial intelligence and marketing infrastructure. Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati advised Canva on the transaction.
Ortto combines a customer data platform with powerful marketing automation, enabling teams to design and orchestrate journeys across email, SMS, push notifications, in-app messaging, forms, and surveys, all within a single system. Canva’s acquisition of Ortto strengthens Canva Grow and builds on Canva’s recent additions of MagicBrief, MangoAI, and Doohly, accelerating its ability to power the full marketing and content lifecycle, from ideation and creation through to deployment, measurement, and optimization.
Ortto combines a customer data platform with powerful marketing automation, enabling teams to design and orchestrate journeys across email, SMS, push notifications, in-app messaging, forms, and surveys, all within a single system. Canva’s acquisition of Ortto strengthens Canva Grow and builds on Canva’s recent additions of MagicBrief, MangoAI, and Doohly, accelerating its ability to power the full marketing and content lifecycle, from ideation and creation through to deployment, measurement, and optimization.
Alerts
Re-Routing the Market: FCC Adds Foreign-Produced Consumer Routers to Its Covered List
On March 23, 2026, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) added consumer-grade routers produced in foreign countries to its Covered List (Router Action), with limited exceptions for routers that have been granted a Conditional Approval by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), also referred to as the U.S. Department of War (DoW), or the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
Client Highlights
Wilson Sonsini Advises Urgently on Acquisition by Agero
On March 13, 2026, Agero, a software-enabled driver safety services and technology company, announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Urgent.ly (Urgently), a digital software platform that provides roadside and mobility assistance, for a cash price of $5.50 per share. The tender offer and merger are expected to close by the end of May 2026, subject to satisfaction of customary closing conditions. Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati advised Urgently on the transaction.
Client Highlights
Wilson Sonsini Advises Lumentum on Strategic Partnership and Related $2 Billion Equity Investment from NVIDIA
On March 2, 2026, Lumentum, a leader in optical and photonic technologies, and NVIDIA announced their multiyear strategic agreements to accelerate innovation in advanced optics technologies and NVIDIA’s $2 billion equity investment in Lumentum to support R&D, future capacity and operations as Lumentum builds out its U.S.-based manufacturing capabilities in a new fab. This expanded collaboration will draw on the strengths of NVIDIA’s leadership in AI, accelerated computing and networking, and Lumentum’s leadership in optics and advanced manufacturing. Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati advised Lumentum on the transaction.
Affiliated Programs
IPBC Global 2026
Wilson Sonsini is proud to sponsor the IPBC Global 2026 on June 15-17, 2026, at the InterContinental San Diego. Partner Michael Levin will serve as the moderator for this panel, "IP: The Voice of Value" on Wednesday, June 17 at 10:10 a.m.-11:10 a.m. and will be joined by leaders from Burford Capital, Qualcomm Technology Licensing, Dolby Laboratories, BASF and Sisvel International SA.
Speaking Engagements
AHLA Health Care Transactions Conference
On April 15th Wilson Sonsini partner Andrea Linna will present on the panel “Representing the Founders, Investors, and Innovators of Healthcare AI: Venture Capital and Emerging Companies.” The session will explore the central role venture capital plays in bringing healthcare AI to market and the complex legal landscape that founders and investors must navigate.
Affiliated Programs
London Forum on Global Economic Sanctions
The London Forum on Global Economic Sanctions 2023 program will provide attendees with the most up-to-date developments in economic sanctions from leading financial services organizations as well as global exporters. This is a must-attend for sanctions and financial crime prevention experts.
Affiliated Programs
IAPP Europe Data Protection Congress
Europe’s top gathering of data protection professionals is returning for its 12th year in Brussels. The International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) Europe Data Protection Congress 2023 is the place for delegates to gain insights and working knowledge that will allow you to set a course for the future of your data protection operation. Wilson Sonsini is proud to sponsor this year’s event. To learn more about the conference, and the IAPP, click here.
Affiliated Programs
GP Bullhound Allstars 2023
Allstars recognizes and celebrates the successes and achievements within Europe’s technology universe, drawing attention to those who are shaping the industry’s future and creating the global winners of tomorrow. Dubbed the ‘Oscars of the tech world’ Allstars has stood strong as one of Europe’s leading events for the last 20 years.
Events
Affiliated Programs
IPBC Global 2026
Wilson Sonsini is proud to sponsor the IPBC Global 2026 on June 15-17, 2026, at the InterContinental San Diego. Partner Michael Levin will serve as the moderator for this panel, "IP: The Voice of Value" on Wednesday, June 17 at 10:10 a.m.-11:10 a.m. and will be joined by leaders from Burford Capital, Qualcomm Technology Licensing, Dolby Laboratories, BASF and Sisvel International SA.
Speaking Engagements
AHLA Health Care Transactions Conference
On April 15th Wilson Sonsini partner Andrea Linna will present on the panel “Representing the Founders, Investors, and Innovators of Healthcare AI: Venture Capital and Emerging Companies.” The session will explore the central role venture capital plays in bringing healthcare AI to market and the complex legal landscape that founders and investors must navigate.
Affiliated Programs
London Forum on Global Economic Sanctions
The London Forum on Global Economic Sanctions 2023 program will provide attendees with the most up-to-date developments in economic sanctions from leading financial services organizations as well as global exporters. This is a must-attend for sanctions and financial crime prevention experts.
Affiliated Programs
IAPP Europe Data Protection Congress
Europe’s top gathering of data protection professionals is returning for its 12th year in Brussels. The International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) Europe Data Protection Congress 2023 is the place for delegates to gain insights and working knowledge that will allow you to set a course for the future of your data protection operation. Wilson Sonsini is proud to sponsor this year’s event. To learn more about the conference, and the IAPP, click here.
Affiliated Programs
GP Bullhound Allstars 2023
Allstars recognizes and celebrates the successes and achievements within Europe’s technology universe, drawing attention to those who are shaping the industry’s future and creating the global winners of tomorrow. Dubbed the ‘Oscars of the tech world’ Allstars has stood strong as one of Europe’s leading events for the last 20 years.
Lester Ang
Partner
Lester Ang is a corporate and securities partner in the Palo Alto office of Wilson Sonsini, where he works with private and public technology and life sciences companies through all stages of their growth, as well as with venture capital firms and private equity firms.
Megan J. Baier
Partner
Megan represents technology and life sciences clients in corporate transactional matters.
Mark B. Baudler
Partner
Mark is a corporate law veteran, having advised start-ups and mature public companies for more than 25 years.
Robert G. Day
Partner
Bob represents companies and financial services entities, from innovative entrepreneurs to investment banks and venture capital and private equity firms.
Brian Dillavou
Partner
Brian Dillavou is a corporate partner in the Austin office of Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, where he represents start-ups and emerging growth companies from incorporation and early-stage financings through strategic exits such as initial public offerings and mergers and acquisitions. His experience includes advising start-up and early-stage businesses on corporate legal issues, venture capital and other financings, stock options and other compensation matters, mergers and acquisitions, and capital markets transactions, including initial public offerings. He also represents institutional investors and financial institutions in venture capital financings, mergers and acquisitions, and capital markets transactions, including initial public offerings and other equity and debt financings. Brian has particular experience working with clients in the technology, fintech, and life sciences sectors.
U.P. Peter Eng
Partner
Specializes in strategic patent and innovation counseling for technology start-ups.
Mark R. Fitzgerald
Partner
Mark is a veteran attorney who advises technology and life sciences companies on corporate law and transactional matters.
Salil Gandhi
Partner
Salil Gandhi is a partner in the New York office of Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati and a co-leader of the firm’s emerging companies practice. Salil focuses on corporate and securities law and specializes in the representation of emerging growth companies throughout their lifecycles, particularly in the life sciences and technology sectors. He also counsels venture capital funds and other private equity funds on structuring and executing investment transactions ranging from angel to control investments, as well as portfolio dispositions.
Andrew S. Gillman
Partner
Andy Gillman is a partner in the Palo Alto office of Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, where he works with public and private technology companies at all stages of growth, from early-stage start-ups to scaling businesses. His practice focuses on corporate and securities law, including venture capital financings, M&A, and general corporate governance. Andy also has experience guiding companies through IPOs. Prior to practicing law, he was a certified public accountant and financial statement auditor, bringing a deep financial perspective to his legal practice.
People
Lester Ang
Partner
Lester Ang is a corporate and securities partner in the Palo Alto office of Wilson Sonsini, where he works with private and public technology and life sciences companies through all stages of their growth, as well as with venture capital firms and private equity firms.
Megan J. Baier
Partner
Megan represents technology and life sciences clients in corporate transactional matters.
Mark B. Baudler
Partner
Mark is a corporate law veteran, having advised start-ups and mature public companies for more than 25 years.
Robert G. Day
Partner
Bob represents companies and financial services entities, from innovative entrepreneurs to investment banks and venture capital and private equity firms.
Brian Dillavou
Partner
Brian Dillavou is a corporate partner in the Austin office of Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, where he represents start-ups and emerging growth companies from incorporation and early-stage financings through strategic exits such as initial public offerings and mergers and acquisitions. His experience includes advising start-up and early-stage businesses on corporate legal issues, venture capital and other financings, stock options and other compensation matters, mergers and acquisitions, and capital markets transactions, including initial public offerings. He also represents institutional investors and financial institutions in venture capital financings, mergers and acquisitions, and capital markets transactions, including initial public offerings and other equity and debt financings. Brian has particular experience working with clients in the technology, fintech, and life sciences sectors.
U.P. Peter Eng
Partner
Specializes in strategic patent and innovation counseling for technology start-ups.
Mark R. Fitzgerald
Partner
Mark is a veteran attorney who advises technology and life sciences companies on corporate law and transactional matters.
Salil Gandhi
Partner
Salil Gandhi is a partner in the New York office of Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati and a co-leader of the firm’s emerging companies practice. Salil focuses on corporate and securities law and specializes in the representation of emerging growth companies throughout their lifecycles, particularly in the life sciences and technology sectors. He also counsels venture capital funds and other private equity funds on structuring and executing investment transactions ranging from angel to control investments, as well as portfolio dispositions.
Andrew S. Gillman
Partner
Andy Gillman is a partner in the Palo Alto office of Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, where he works with public and private technology companies at all stages of growth, from early-stage start-ups to scaling businesses. His practice focuses on corporate and securities law, including venture capital financings, M&A, and general corporate governance. Andy also has experience guiding companies through IPOs. Prior to practicing law, he was a certified public accountant and financial statement auditor, bringing a deep financial perspective to his legal practice.
Recent Insights
Alerts
FCC Sets New Satellite Spectrum Sharing Framework
On April 30, 2026, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) adopted an Order fundamentally revising how satellite systems share spectrum in the Ku and Ka bands, replacing the decades-old Equivalent Power Flux Density (EPFD) limits with a performance-based coordination framework for managing interference between geostationary (GSO) and non-geostationary (NGSO) satellite systems. By reforming the EPFD regime, the FCC has removed a longstanding regulatory constraint that was developed to protect GSO systems but has arguably limited NGSO operators’ ability to deliver high-speed, low-latency broadband services.
Learn More
Client Highlights
Wilson Sonsini Advises Special Committee of the Board in Globalstar's Acquisition by Amazon
On April 14, 2026, Amazon and Globalstar announced they have entered into a definitive merger agreement under which Amazon will acquire Globalstar, a leading mobile satellite services (MSS) operator, a pioneer in non-geostationary orbit (NGSO) satellites and D2D technology, and a provider of critical and emergency communications to customers around the world. Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati is representing the special committee of Globalstar’s board of directors on the transaction.
Learn More
Recent Events
Affiliated Programs
IPBC Global 2026
Wilson Sonsini is proud to sponsor the IPBC Global 2026 on June 15-17, 2026, at the InterContinental San Diego. Partner Michael Levin will serve as the moderator for this panel, "IP: The Voice of Value" on Wednesday, June 17 at 10:10 a.m.-11:10 a.m. and will be joined by leaders from Burford Capital, Qualcomm Technology Licensing, Dolby Laboratories, BASF and Sisvel International SA.
Learn More
Speaking Engagements
AHLA Health Care Transactions Conference
On April 15th Wilson Sonsini partner Andrea Linna will present on the panel “Representing the Founders, Investors, and Innovators of Healthcare AI: Venture Capital and Emerging Companies.” The session will explore the central role venture capital plays in bringing healthcare AI to market and the complex legal landscape that founders and investors must navigate.
Learn More
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