As managing member of Cinnamon Mueller, Chris concentrates his practice in the representation of cable telecommunications companies.  He represents clients before the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and state and local regulatory bodies.

Given his extensive knowledge and experience, Chris is frequently asked to speak on topics including local cable franchising and broadcast signal carriage. He has authored numerous articles including “Broadcast Signal Carriage and Content Regulation: 2005 Update” published by the Practising Law Institute (PLI), a non-profit continuing legal education organization. Chris is also a faculty member of PLI.

Chris served seven years as an officer in the United States Navy, attaining the rank of Lieutenant Commander.  In 1993 he graduated cum laude from the University of Michigan Law School and he received his B.A. with highest honors from Williams College in 1982.

E-mail: cccinnamon@cm-chi.com