The Governmental Relations team provides detailed representation in the public sector by integrating our clients’ federal, state and local business goals and participating in legislative and executive branch processes. Our attorneys and lobbyists assist clients in the formulation and implementation of a work plan designed to accomplish these goals. Phases of the planning process and pre-session activity have included: advice and consultation on issue management; legislation and amendment drafting; lobbying and coalition building. Legislative work during sessions includes liaison activities with government officials and staff; attendance at committee hearings and advice regarding testimony before such committees; identifying and reporting on targeted legislation; direct lobbying of legislators and engaging the Administration if necessary. Post-session and year-round activity may include identification and reporting of certain regulations and Executive Orders; identifying and tracking government solicitations; monitoring interim committee hearings; and development and implementation of private sector initiatives.

Our attorneys and professional staff have spent significant portions of their careers working for local, state and federal governments and they maintain close working relationships with local government officials, Members of Congress, State Legislators and their staffs. We have experience with the legislative process and an understanding of federal and state budgets, appropriations and authorization processes.