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Gregory Haledjian is a distinguished legal advisor combining an extensive background in communications and administrative law with a proven track record in strategic thinking, problem-solving, and project management. Operating from Washington, D.C., Haledjian has built a robust LinkedIn network with over 16,452 connections, showcasing their vast professional reach and industry influence. Licensed to practice in both D.C. and Maryland (though currently inactive in Maryland), they possess a wealth of experience in diverse legal areas including regulatory compliance, legislative matters, government relations, industry relations, and coalition building. Haledjian's expertise is further underpinned by substantial involvement in trade association representation and emergency management affairs.
In their current role at the Federal Communications Commission as a Legal Advisor in the Operations & Emergency Management Division, they play a critical part in shaping policy related to public safety and homeland security. By drafting vital legal documents, researching regulatory authorities, and advising on legislative intricacies, they ensure the FCC's readiness to tackle emergent threats and manage incidents effectively. The scope of their responsibilities spans collaborating with multiple commission entities and government stakeholders to champion public safety initiatives.
Gregory Haledjian has a diverse professional history, encompassing impactful positions such as working with the FCC's Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau and the Enforcement Bureau. Notably, in previous roles, they have addressed national broadband issues, advised university IT leadership on policy matters, and engaged with legislation impacting the communications sector. This eclectic background is supported by a strong educational foundation from The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law, and Syracuse University, culminating in a Juris Doctor and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Philosophy. With additional skills in grants and privacy law, Haledjian's profile exudes the mark of a seasoned and multifaceted legal professional, poised to address the dynamic challenges within the telecommunications industry.
More about this expert
- Full name
- Gregory Haledjian
- Location
- Washington DC-Baltimore Area
- Title
- Legal Advisor, Operations & Emergency Management Division, PSHSB
- Industry
- Telecommunications
- LinkedIn profile
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregory-v-haledjian-4bb2b3/
- LinkedIn Connections
- 16452
- Summary
- Versatile and creative counsel working in Washington, DC, who leads outreach, regulatory, compliance, and legislative initiatives to their successful conclusion. Licensed to practice law in Washington, DC and in the State of Maryland (currently inactive in Maryland). Expertise in: + Communications Law + Administrative Law + Strategic Thinking + Problem Solving + External Affairs + Advocacy + Lobbying + Policy Planning + Interagency Coordination + Legislative and Regulatory Matters + Government Relations + Industry Relations + Coalition Building and Management + Trade Association Representation + Compliance Matters + Project Management
- Skills
- Grants Privacy Law
Education
- The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law
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Juris Doctor + Post-Graduate Certificate in Communications Law
Attended in 1998 - 2002
Field of study: Law - Syracuse University
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Bachelor of Arts
Attended in 1986 - 1990
Field of study: Political Philosophy Major / English Minor
Positions
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Federal Communications Commission
Washington, DC
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Legal Advisor, Operations & Emergency Management Division, PSHSB
Apr 2023 - Present
Greg is a Legal Advisor in Operations and Emergency Management (OEM) Division of the Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau, whose mission is to ensure the readiness of the Federal Communications Commission to respond to threats and emergencies; to conduct and to coordinate risk and incident management activities; and to support public safety and national security initiatives:
* Performs legal and factual research and provides oral and written legal advice, counsel, and opinions to the Deputy Division Chiefs, the Division Chief and the PSHSB Deputies and Bureau Chief. The scope of that research encompasses Commission rules, regulations, policies, and responsibilities pertaining to public safety and homeland security and applicable court precedents.
* Drafts legal documents including, but not limited to, memoranda of law, waivers, notices of inquiry, notices of proposed rulemaking, orders and declaratory rulings. Summarizes comments received in response to notices of proposed rulemaking and notices of inquiry.
* Communicates and participates in meetings with licensees, the general public, federal government stakeholders, and State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial (SLTT) entities, and others who may have business with the Commission on matters related to public safety and homeland security.
* Prepares reports on the status of items that are his responsibility.
* Coordinates with other Commission bureaus and offices which are affected by public safety and homeland security matters,
* Researches information on the statutory and regulatory authorities, roles, and responsibilities of the Commission, and of other federal entities pertaining to issues impacting the FCC and the communications sector.
* Reviews draft rules, regulations, and legislation and provides substantive feedback to inform executive and agency decisions impacting the Commission’s regulatory roles and operational responsibilities.
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Federal Communications Commission
Washington, DC
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Legal Advisor
Jan 2018 - Apr 2023
Greg was a Front Office Legal Advisor in the FCC's Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau (CGB) where he:
* Provided counsel to the Deputy Bureau Chief overseeing the Consumer Affairs and Outreach Division and the Web and Print Publishing Division.
* Established outreach partnerships with external organizations and represents CGB at high-level meetings.
* Planned and managed FCC Policy Reform Workshops, Public Hearings, Webinars, and Expos.
* Served as primary liaison with the Office of Legislative Affairs to coordinate CGB letters responding to Congressional and White House referrals of consumer complaints.
* Served as Deputy Designated Federal Officer for the FCC’s Consumer Advisory Committee.
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Federal Communications Commission
Washington, DC
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Attorney Advisor
Aug 2015 - Jan 2018
Greg served on the Telecom Team in the Investigations and Hearings Division of the Enforcement Bureau.
* Drafted and edited Letters of Inquiry, Tolling Agreements, Notices of Apparent Liability, Forfeiture Orders, and Briefing Materials;
* Negotiated Consent Decrees with Siemens Corporation regarding unlawful wireless license applications (DA 16-977) and with Securus Technologies regarding the submission of misleading information to the agency (FCC 17-140);
* Investigated T-Mobile USA, Inc. regarding rural call completion violations (DA 18-373); and
* Served as Co-Supervisor of the Division’s Legal Internship Program.
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Federal Communications Bar Association (FCBA)
Washington, DC
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Co-Chair, Wireline Committee
Jul 2013 - Jun 2014
Greg served as a Co-Chair for the FCBA's Wireline Committee for 2013-2014.
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EDUCAUSE
Washington, DC
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Policy Specialist - Telecom
Sep 2011 - Jun 2012
Greg was a Policy Specialist for EDUCAUSE, whose mission is to advance higher education by promoting the intelligent use of information technology.
He set up and attended advocacy meetings with Members of Congress and Obama Administration officials and he conducted outreach efforts with industry representatives, public interest groups, university federal relations officers, and other higher education associations.
In this role, Greg advised University CIOs and Senior IT Leadership on Networking and Telecommunications Policy issues, which included:
* Broadband Deployment and Adoption / Universal Service / National Broadband Plan;
* Network Management / Network Neutrality;
* Spectrum (Licensed – Public Safety, Educational Broadband Service, TV, Radio, & Fixed Wireless / Unlicensed – WiFi, WiMAX, & TV White Spaces);
* Emergency Communications / Next Generation 911 / Wireless Location;
* .edu and Internet Domain Policy / Internet Governance;
* SmartGrid / Sustainable IT / Energy Management; and
* Wireless and Broadcast Tower Siting / Wireline Rights of Way.
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Special Counsel
Washington, DC
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Special Consultant (placed at Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP)
Apr 2011 - May 2011
* Conducted initial review of T-Mobile USA corporate documents in response to the U.S. Department of Justice second request for information regarding the proposed acquisition of T-Mobile USA by AT&T.
* Counseled staff attorney on the corporate, regulatory and engineering actions required to establish a licensed mobile wireless carrier.
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Shulman, Rogers, Gandal, Pordy & Ecker, P.A.
Potomac, Maryland
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Legal Associate
Dec 2008 - Jan 2011
Greg Haledjian served as an Associate with Shulman Rogers’ Telecom Department.
Represented state and local public safety organizations, public utilities, wireless broadband providers, and radio equipment manufacturers.
Negotiated and drafted 800 MHz wireless system reconfiguration agreements; 2.1 GHz wireless system relocation agreements, hardware, software and service agreements; vendor change orders; and asset purchase agreements.
Drafted and filed 700 MHz Waiver Order Interoperability Showing and Quarterly Reports; 800 MHz rebanding deadline waiver requests; Omnibus Customer Proprietary Network Information (CPNI) Notice of Apparent Liability responsive statements; and Annual CPNI Certification statements (filed responsive statements regarding alleged privacy violations that resulted in the cancellation of proposed forfeitures in the amount of $20,000 each.)
Counseled public safety client in drafting BTOP Broadband Infrastructure Grant Application for Total Project Budget of $29,603,930 to deploy a 700 MHz LTE wireless broadband network. Monitored, analyzed and reported on the $7.2 billion broadband initiatives contained in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009.