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Known for its standout focus on the telecoms sector, DWF acts for an array of notable clients, including BT PLC, T-Mobile USA, and the Home Office from its Manchester office. Telecoms real estate head Catherine Haslam is noted for her longstanding expertise in commercial landlord and tenant issues relating to telecoms mast sites. Promoted to partner in 2024, Thomas Armstrong leads the telecoms litigation team, and is well-versed in Electronic Communications Codes and real estate disputes. Co-head Frank Shephard is an expert in corporate issues, including M&A and joint ventures. Andrew Whalley left the firm in December 2023.
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Key clients
- BT PLC
- Mobile Broadband Network Limited
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Work highlights
- Assissting MBNL (the joint venture between mobile operators EE and 3) with real estate, Electronic Communications Code and commercial advice in respect of the national network of mast sites that the client manages for EE and 3, across all UK jurisdictions.
- Acted for O2 in two ground Court of Appeal cases flowing from the claim for restitution of annual licence fees.
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