Only DIRECTV can tell you how they are going to treat you. Call them and see what they say.Are there any offers from Directv to cover cancellation fee's?
I know it's been a while but I still can't believe this recommendation, after all the talk against Dish, but who knows it could happen to me one day and I'll probably do the same thing, As I prefer either one other than cable.Just the monthly savings alone should be a big enough inventive to switch from Dish to Directv.
Look into Dish networks welcome pack, its priced lower than the cancellation fee and you can be on that package to ride out your contract.