Government Relations
The government relations group of Latham & Watkins is led by senior attorneys with extensive experience both in government service and in private practice. Our US public policy advocacy team, which includes former top officials, senior Senate and House aides and White House staff, combines legal expertise with traditional lobbying services, creating a unique and sweeping practice that is effective and respected in both the legislative and political arenas. We have successfully spearheaded legislative and regulatory campaigns at the US federal and state levels on behalf of clients in numerous industries and in many different forums, including legislatures, agencies, courts, academic venues and the media, which shape and implement law and policy. We also have extensive experience representing clients in matters addressed by state attorneys general.
Practice Breadth
We draft legislation, testimony and briefs, arrange and attend meetings with key lawmakers, represent clients at hearings and provide strategic planning services. We also counsel clients on compliance with the myriad rules applicable to corporate political activity. This breadth of services, bolstered by the depth of a preeminent global firm, makes us an effective advocate in steering the public policy agenda. While our practice covers virtually all industries, we have particular expertise in:
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Communications
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Energy
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Environmental
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FDA regulated products
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Government contracts
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Health care policy
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Homeland security
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Tax
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Technology
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Tobacco
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Transportation