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June 25, 2020Privacy and personal data protection
June 25, 2020-
The Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector, which broadly includes IT and telecommunications industries, focuses on the creation, implementation, and management of technologies that process, store, and transmit information. Today, it is one of the main drivers of civilizational progress.
Its operations are influenced not only by the rapid pace of technological changes and innovation but also by increasingly complex national and EU regulations.
In this context, professional legal support for the telecommunications industry is essential to ensure legal compliance, cybersecurity, intellectual property protection, and the minimization of risks associated with emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence. This, in turn, ensures the effective operation of businesses in the market.
APLAW experts assist businesses in identifying potential risks, implementing necessary safeguards, and ensuring long-term success.
Our legal support covers the following areas:
- ongoing legal services for telecommunications businesses;
- drafting and reviewing standard telecommunications service agreements, regulations, and service pricing structures;
- involvement in negotiating and concluding interconnection agreements (e.g., IP transit), network connection agreements, telecommunications access agreements (bitstream access), and peering agreements for telecommunications hubs and traffic exchange points;
- consultancy for broadband network projects and consortium formation;
- drafting of Service Level Agreements (SLAs);
- legal assistance in managing fault resolution and complaint processes;
- representing clients in proceedings for access to telecommunications infrastructure under the mega-law (Articles 30 and 33 of the Telecommunications Act) and the Electronic Communications Act (Article 139), as well as in negotiating agreements for telecommunications infrastructure access;
- representation in regulatory proceedings in the telecommunications sector and in court disputes related to regulatory decisions;
- representation of telecommunications operators during inspections conducted by the President of the Polish Office of Electronic Communications (Urząd Komunikacji Elektronicznej, UKE);
- representation of telecommunications operators in proceedings before the President of the Polish Office of Competition and Consumer Protection (Urząd Ochrony Konkurencji i Konsumentów, UOKiK), the Competition and Consumer Protection Court (Sąd Ochrony Konkurencji i Konsumentów, SOKiK);
- participation in activities related to compliance and electromagnetic compatibility for telecommunications devices;
- verifying compliance with obligations regarding telecommunications secrecy, the security and integrity of communications, and national defense and security;
- representing clients in obtaining radio licenses;
- drafting and negotiating colocation, hosting, and telehousing agreements, as well as data center contracts;
- drafting and negotiating agreements for the supply of telecommunications equipment such as routers, switches, and telephone exchanges;
- drafting regulations for electronic service provision, service exchange platforms, and domain and hosting regulations;
- advising on new internet projects (e-commerce stores, mobile apps, social media platforms, etc.) and projects for collecting data processed online;
- providing legal opinions on cybersecurity solutions and preparing cyber threat reports;
- representation in judicial-administrative proceedings before the Office of Electronic Communications, the Office of Competition and Consumer Protection, the Competition and Consumer Protection Court, and the Arbitration Court for Internet Domains at the Polish Chamber of Information Technology and Telecommunications.
Benefits for our clients
- access to specialized legal knowledge and support across a range of areas critical for operating in the telecommunications industry, all in one place;
- minimizing legal risks associated with operating in the telecommunications sector;
- increased management efficiency by expertly handling legal matters while considering the industry’s specific challenges and the company’s business goals;
- effective protection of clients' interests in dealings with contractors, public authorities, and courts;
- support in adapting to the demands of a rapidly changing legal environment.
Why choose us as your legal partner?
- We are a law firm specialized in legal areas essential to the telecommunications industry, including telecommunications law, new technologies, data protection, and cybersecurity.
- International legal rankings, such as Media Law International and Legal 500 EMEA, have recommended our services for years in the fields of media, technology, and telecommunications law.
- Our high level of specialization allows us to provide both comprehensive legal services and tailored support according to each client’s individual needs.
- We keep our finger on the pulse of legal changes. We not only inform our clients about new regulations but also advise on how to optimize their business strategies in light of these changes.
Our legal services are directed towards:
- telecommunications operators, both large and small enterprises;
- startups in the new technology sector;
- public administration in the area of IT and telecommunications projects.
Contact us for detailed information on how we can support your business.
