Telecommunications law firm
In an era where fast broadband and robust mobile networks are essential, the Telecoms Code has been a pivotal piece of legislation, designed to facilitate the UK's digital infrastructure.
However, its complexity and operator-favourable stance can present challenges for landowners and site providers.
At Browne Jacobson LLP, our dedicated telecoms team is here to navigate these challenges, ensuring your interests as landowner/site provider are protected and the process is as seamless as possible.
"We have a great working relationship with Julie Innes as we worked on many telecoms-related transactions together. Julie is very experienced, friendly and very efficient and it is always a pleasure working with her."
Our telecommunications services
Our team is comprised of highly skilled lawyers, each bringing a wealth of experience from diverse legal backgrounds and sector specialisms, including health and life sciences, education, local government, rural, corporate, investment, and residential sectors.
This diversity allows us to stay at the forefront of legal and sector-specific developments, tailoring our advice to meet the unique needs of each client.
We provide comprehensive legal services covering all aspects of telecommunications law, including but not limited to:
- Advising on the rights of site providers and operators under the Telecoms Code
- Negotiating leases for new telecoms mast sites, including rooftop and greenfield installations
- Advising on lease renewals for existing mast sites
- Negotiating multi-skilled visit agreements
- Advising on wayleave agreements governed by the Telecoms Code
- Supporting investors and funders with telecoms equipment concerns
- Guiding developers on operators' rights and equipment relocations
- Dealing with termination of agreements under the Telecoms Code and any under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954
- Dealing with Telecoms Code notices for renewal of agreements, termination and proposals for new agreements and/or MSVs
- Acting on behalf of site providers in the Tribunal on agreements and MSVs
- Dealing with County Court proceedings for termination and renewal of agreements governed by the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954
- Environmental advice in relation to entering into Telecoms Code agreements (including advice in relation to access to designated nature protection sites such as Sites of Special Scientific Interest)
- Advice in relation to the National Underground Asset Register.
Our client base spans a broad array of sectors, including local authorities, NHS bodies, academy trusts, educational institutions, farmers, private individuals, investors, and corporate businesses.
We also collaborate closely with telecoms agents dedicated to representing landowners, assisting with negotiations, valuations, and rent reviews.
With a team located across four of Browne Jacobson’s offices, we offer extensive coverage across England and Wales, ensuring that we can support clients no matter where they are based.
Our team size allows us to provide a personalised and focused approach to each client, ensuring that your legal needs are met with the utmost attention and expertise.
Our team is comprised of highly skilled lawyers, each bringing a wealth of experience from diverse legal backgrounds and sector specialisms, including health and life sciences, education, local government, rural, corporate, investment, and residential sectors.
This diversity allows us to stay at the forefront of legal and sector-specific developments, tailoring our advice to meet the unique needs of each client.
We provide comprehensive legal services covering all aspects of telecommunications law, including but not limited to:
- Advising on the rights of site providers and operators under the Telecoms Code
- Negotiating leases for new telecoms mast sites, including rooftop and greenfield installations
- Advising on lease renewals for existing mast sites
- Negotiating multi-skilled visit agreements
- Advising on wayleave agreements governed by the Telecoms Code
- Supporting investors and funders with telecoms equipment concerns
- Guiding developers on operators' rights and equipment relocations
- Dealing with termination of agreements under the Telecoms Code and any under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954
- Dealing with Telecoms Code notices for renewal of agreements, termination and proposals for new agreements and/or MSVs
- Acting on behalf of site providers in the Tribunal on agreements and MSVs
- Dealing with County Court proceedings for termination and renewal of agreements governed by the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954
- Environmental advice in relation to entering into Telecoms Code agreements (including advice in relation to access to designated nature protection sites such as Sites of Special Scientific Interest)
- Advice in relation to the National Underground Asset Register.
Our client base spans a broad array of sectors, including local authorities, NHS bodies, academy trusts, educational institutions, farmers, private individuals, investors, and corporate businesses.
We also collaborate closely with telecoms agents dedicated to representing landowners, assisting with negotiations, valuations, and rent reviews.
With a team located across four of Browne Jacobson’s offices, we offer extensive coverage across England and Wales, ensuring that we can support clients no matter where they are based.
Our team size allows us to provide a personalised and focused approach to each client, ensuring that your legal needs are met with the utmost attention and expertise.
Key contacts
Julie Innes
Senior Associate (FCILEx)
Dominic Swift
Partner
Katie Briggs
Principal Associate
Pavanjeet Kaur Bhogal
Senior Associate
Roxanne Watson
Associate
Emily Watt
Associate
Chloe Parcell
Associate
Rachael Nelson
Solicitor Apprentice
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