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To learn more about Akin’s Government Relations capabilities, please visit the lobbying & public policy or congressional investigations pages under Services at www.akingump.com.

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Government Relations: Federal - USA - Nationwide

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What the Team is Known For
Akin's stellar lobbying offering represents domestic and foreign clients before a wide range of policymakers on Capitol Hill, including the Senate Finance and House Ways and Means committees. Its bipartisan team possesses significant capabilities in international trade, emerging technology, energy and environmental concerns. Additional areas of expertise include tax, healthcare and IP reform, with clients able to access an integrated global service boasting enviable regulatory expertise. The group also offers extensive Congressional investigations and state attorneys general expertise for corporations and individuals.
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  • Akin is really good at keeping us apprised of legislative developments.

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  • The team is able to learn our niche and complicated needs quickly and deeply.

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  • Akin has incredible lawyers with deep relationships, experience and credibility on both sides of the aisle. Clients trust the firm, and for good reason.

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  • Akin is the best at handling complex and sophisticated political matters. The firm has the relationships and expertise to deliver.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Brian Pomper
    Brian Pomper

    Brian Pomper

    Brian Pomper continues to excel in government relations matters concerning international trade and demonstrates strength in advising on tax concerns and intellectual property protections.

    • Brian is a dean of trade policy in the Washington community. He knows everyone who is relevant in this space, sees the big picture and is incredibly realistic about what is and isn't achievable.

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    • Brian's connections with the government and policy are extremely helpful to us.

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  • Ed Pagano
    Ed Pagano

    Ed Pagano

    Ed Pagano advises clients on a range of government relations matters, including technology, antitrust and communications policy.

    • I would trust Ed with my life, so trusting him with my business is an easy decision.

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    • Ed sees around corners for us.

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  • G. Hunter Bates
    G. Hunter Bates

    G. Hunter Bates

    Hunter Bates is co-leader of Akin's lobbying and public policy practice. He supports corporate clients and trade associations' lobbying efforts, including in relation to taxation, healthcare, transportation, technology and financial services.

    • Hunter's knowledge bas and critical thinking has been invaluable.

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    • Hunter is always responsive and provides excellent strategic advice.

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  • Jeffrey McMillen
    Jeffrey McMillen

    Jeffrey McMillen

    Jeffrey McMillen is a widely respected tax lobbyist, advising domestic and multinational companies on tax and regulatory issues.

    • Jeffrey has everyone who is anyone in tax on speed dial and understands the issues much deeper than the typical lobbyist.

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    • Jeffrey is a huge asset to his clients.

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    • Jeffrey has helped us navigate countless complicated issues. He is sharp on both policy and politics.

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    • Jeffrey is thoughtful, adaptable and flexible. He has strong commercial awareness and is one of the most responsive lawyers I've worked with.

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  • Mark Herring
    Mark Herring

    Mark Herring

    Mark Herring brings experience as former Attorney General of Virginia to his role co-leading Akin's State Attorneys General practice. Here clients turn to him for counsel regarding investigations and other regulatory matters.

    • Mark delivers an extraordinary combination of bipartisan gravitas, institutional wisdom and finely honed political navigation.

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  • Miranda Dore
    Miranda Dore

    Miranda Dore

    Associate Miranda Dore has a broad contentious practice with particular strength counseling individuals and corporate clients on Congressional inquiries.

    • Miranda is a rising star and a great attorney

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    • Miranda is exceptionally thorough in her preparation and advice.

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