Overview
Mr. O'Neil's practice concentrates on the representation of television, radio, satellite, Internet and telecommunications companies. He has an extensive background in corporate transactions, administrative litigation and FCC licensing matters.
Mr. O'Neil's specific experience includes the negotiation of a multi-party agreement that enabled the FCC to grant orbital satellite locations to each competing satellite applicant, allowing his client to raise substantial financing. He also successfully litigated rule-making proceedings at the FCC to change the community of license for radio stations, which increased the value of clients' broadcast properties.
In addition, he drafts and negotiates purchase agreements for the acquisition of broadcast properties and advises regarding the formation and structure of holding companies.
Education
The American University, Washington College of Law, J.D., 1987, Senior Survey Editor.
Syracuse University, B.A., 1984.
Professional Memberships and Activities
Admitted to practice in the District of Columbia and Pennsylvania.
Admitted to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia.
Member, Federal Communications Bar Association.
Member, Advisory Board for the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications, Syracuse University.
Specific Experience
- Negotiated settlement with 14 other applicants for satellite spectrum and orbital locations critical to launch of new broadband over satellite service.
- Successfully prosecuted FCC rulemaking proceedings to upgrade radio station facilities in order to unlock value.
- Draft asset purchase and other transactional documents for radio station acquisitions and sales.
Representative Publications
"More Static Or More Stations?" by David G. O'Neil, Legal Times, May 8, 2000.
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