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Gregory M. Caffas is an associate in Best Best & Krieger LLP’s (BBK) Telecommunications Practice. He serves public and private clients in a broad range of telecommunications litigation, transactional, and regulatory matters involving broadband and fiber networks, cable and telecom franchising, leases and licenses, wireless communications and public-private partnerships.

Greg has notable experience handling complex civil litigation, with a focus on wireless siting, Telephone Consumer Protection Act defense, VoIP and telecommunications compliance, and commercial litigation. He has litigated matters in state and federal courts throughout the country, as well as before the FCC. Greg utilizes his litigation background to devise strategic solutions tailored to his clients’ specific needs. Having litigated a multitude of individual, class-action and government-enforcement suits, Greg is well equipped to counsel clients to find solutions both in and out of the courtroom.

Greg’s transactional practice includes assisting clients with drafting and negotiating cable and telecommunications franchise agreements, telecommunications facility leases and licenses, conduit licenses, and pole attachment agreements.

Greg also has an extensive background in regulatory advice and advocacy. He regularly provides advice regarding compliance with federal and state laws and regulations, especially concerning wireless siting, shot clocks and other regulations governing permit applications. His practice also includes drafting and revising local codes, applications, and processes governing wireless facilities siting and right of way permitting. Greg has also assisted clients in filing comments in proceedings before the FCC and NTIA.

In 2023 and 2024, Greg was named a Super Lawyers® “Rising Star” for his practice in civil litigation, communications, and media and advertising.

Greg is admitted to practice in the US District Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Virginia, US Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Virginia, the US Courts of Appeals for the Fifth and Sixth Circuits, and the Supreme Court of the United States.

Greg is originally from Pittsburgh and is an avid Penguins and Steelers fan. In his free time, Greg enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife and son, especially to visit national parks.

Accolades
  • Virginia Super Lawyers, Rising Star 2023
Professional & Community Involvement
  • Federal Communications Bar Association
  • National Association of Telecommunications Officers and Advisors
  • International Municipal Lawyers Association
Thought Leadership

Publications

  • "Local Gov'ts Must Be Vigilant Ahead Of New TCPA Rules." Law360, July 7, 2023
  • "Local Governments and Robocalls: Updated Rules Restricting Artificial and Prerecorded Calls," IMLA's Municipal Lawyer The Journal of Local Government Law, July-Aug. 2023


Presentations

  • “Telecom Toolkit—Critical Issues for Local Governments,” International Municipal Lawyers Association Annual Conference, Sept. 26, 2024
  • "Cell and Wireless Tower Law 2024," National Business Institute Webinar, July 19, 2024
  • "Developments in Cell Site Agreement Negotiations," International Municipal Lawyers Association Mid-Year Seminar WONK Networking Breakfast, April 20, 2024
  • "Dialing for Answers: Telecommunications Law Speed Dating," International Municipal Lawyers Association Annual Conference, Sept. 29, 2023
  • "Robocall or Public Service? Understanding the TCPA and FCC Rules That Govern Automated Calls," International Municipal Lawyers Association's Mid-Year Seminar, WONK Breakfast, Apr. 23, 2023

Education & Admissions

Education
George Mason University, Antonin Scalia Law School
J.D.
Pennsylvania State University
B.S.
Bar Admissions
District of Columbia
Virginia

Languages

English

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