Bennett Ross

Bennett Ross is a partner at Wiley Rein LLP, a law firm based in Washington, DC. With over 30 years of experience in the communications industry, he is a trusted advisor to clients in the telecommunications and technology sectors.12

Professional Background

Bennett Ross specializes in helping clients navigate complex regulatory, commercial, and transactional issues in the communications field. His expertise includes:

• Representing clients in litigation before federal courts, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), and state public service commissions1
• Advising on regulatory matters, including rulemakings, enforcement proceedings, and transactions involving regulated entities1
• Preparing and negotiating commercial agreements in the communications sector1

Notable Experience

Some of Bennett Ross's significant professional achievements include:

• Serving as lead regulatory counsel for Bluebird Network, LLC in its acquisition by Macquarie Infrastructure Partners1
• Successfully defending Wi-Fi operators in FCC enforcement actions1
• Acting as legal counsel for magicJack VocalTec, Ltd. in its merger with B. Riley Financial1
• Securing dismissal of an FCC enforcement action against a wireless carrier1

Previous Roles

Before joining Wiley Rein LLP, Bennett Ross held several prominent positions:

• General Counsel at BellSouth Telecommunications, Inc. in Washington, DC and Georgia1
• Senior Attorney in the Regulatory and Governmental Affairs Section at BellSouth1
• Partner at Bass, Berry & Sims in Nashville, TN1

Recognition and Affiliations

Bennett Ross has received numerous accolades for his work in communications law:

• Included in The Best Lawyers in America directory for Communications Law (2021-2025)1
• Listed by Chambers USA as one of "America's Leading Lawyers for Business" in Telecom, Broadcast & Satellite (2019-2020)1
• Named one of DC's "Super Lawyers" for Communications by Super Lawyers magazine (2012-2020, 2022-2023)1

He is also affiliated with several professional organizations and institutions:

• Member of the American Bar Association (ABA) and Federal Communications Bar Association (FCBA)1
• Former Board of Trustees member at Washington and Lee University (2009-2018)1
• Current Board of Trustees member at The George C. Marshall Foundation (2018-Present)1