TELECOMMUNICATIONS LAWYERS (EMERGING PROFESSIONAL OCCUPATIONS IN THE TELECOMMUNICATIONS INDUSTRY) California Occupational Guide Number 2005-A (part) Interest Area: Emerging Occupations 1995
THE JOB 
Telecommunications Lawyers are experts in communications law who assist companies to understand complex and rapidly changing FCC and California Public Utilities Commission rules and regulations. They make sure their clients meet current governmental standards in the industry. Often working as employees for large telecommunications firms, they may represent their employer in court when a lawsuit is in progress. Most of their time, however, is spent giving legal advice regarding areas of compliance, copyright, contracts, and partnerships. Many of these specialized lawyers are self-employed and act as consultants for firms in the industry.
COMPENSATION
Monthly Wages in California: Level 1: $4,000 - $6,000 Level 2: $4,300 - $6,300 Level 3: $5,500 - $8,400 Level 4: $5,800 - $9,400
REQUIREMENTS
Job Skills Needed:
-- Knowledge of FCC and utilities current regulations
-- Knowledge of business and contract laws
-- Logic, argument, and debate skills
-- Ability to understand and explain laws in understandable speech to
managers within the industry
-- Excellent oral and written communications skills
Training/Requirements:
-- Bachelor of Arts or Sciences (4-year) college degree plus law degree
and passage of the California State Bar exam
-- Continuing education essential for current Federal Communications
Commission regulations, computer and business laws
Source: State of California, Employment Development Department,
Labor Market Information Division, Information Services Group,
(916) 262-2162
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