Description of field of expertise

Diane advises clients on telecommunications, media, technology, and consumer protection issues. She has deep expertise navigating the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), with over two decades of federal government experience advising senior officials and leading teams, programs, and projects.

Diane also advises clients on navigating the rapidly evolving landscape of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) issues resulting from recent legal, regulatory, and market changes, focusing on education, risk assessment and mitigation, and compliance strategy.

 

What advice would you offer to new attorneys interested in your field?

To provide effective counsel in rapidly changing fields like technology and telecommunications, it helps to have a strong technical foundation because if you understand how existing systems and technologies work, you can more easily develop expertise in related emerging areas like artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity. Additional keys to success in this highly regulated sector include staying informed about relevant trends, laws, and regulations, and refining your critical thinking and problem-solving skills in real time to help clients navigate novel and complex legal and business challenges.

 

Final thoughts…

Authenticity is a superpower.  Combined with attributes like effective communication, empathy, emotional intelligence, and effective leadership, being your whole, true self will strengthen your role as a trusted colleague and advisor.