Ethan Lucarelli
About Ethan Lucarelli
Ethan Lucarelli is a Professorial Lecturer of Law with extensive experience in telecommunications regulation and policy. He currently serves as the Chief of the Office of International Affairs at the Federal Communications Commission and has a strong focus on accessibility for persons with disabilities.
Current Role at The George Washington University
Ethan Lucarelli serves as a Professorial Lecturer of Law at The George Washington University. He has held this position since 2012, contributing to the academic environment in the Washington D.C. Metro Area for over a decade. His teaching focuses on law, particularly in areas related to telecommunications and information technology.
Professional Experience at Federal Communications Commission
Lucarelli has a significant history with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). He currently holds the position of Chief, Office of International Affairs, a role he began in 2023. Prior to this, he served as Acting Legal Advisor for Wireless & Public Safety and as Legal Advisor for Wireless & International, providing legal counsel to the Chairwoman. His tenure at the FCC has included various roles that emphasize regulatory and public policy matters.
Education and Expertise
Ethan Lucarelli earned his Juris Doctor (JD) from The George Washington University Law School, completing his studies from 2006 to 2009. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Media Studies from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, which he obtained from 2001 to 2004. His educational background supports his expertise in synthesizing technical and policy issues related to information and communications technology.
Previous Roles in Telecommunications and Law
Before his current roles, Lucarelli worked at Inmarsat as Director of Regulatory and Public Policy from 2016 to 2020. He also spent seven years at Wiley Rein LLP as an Associate, where he gained substantial experience in telecommunications law. His career includes various legal advisory positions at the FCC, focusing on wireless telecommunications and public safety.
Focus on Accessibility and International Engagement
Lucarelli has a professional focus on accessibility for persons with disabilities within telecommunications and ICT regulation. He engages with international organizations, reflecting his commitment to addressing global regulatory challenges in the telecommunications sector.