About

Provided by Cozen O'Connor

The Cozen O’Connor State AG Group was one of the first teams dedicated to representing clients in AG investigations and litigation, and counseling clients on state AG matters. Our attorneys work at the cutting edge of issues of critical importance to AGs, including antitrust, cybersecurity, data privacy, consumer protection, the environment, and labor laws. We serve a wide range of clients, from nimble startups to Fortune 50 companies. With more than 40 years’ experience, and backed by the resources of an AmLaw Global 100 firm, we help companies analyze and interpret AGs’ interests and understand how those interests inform their enforcement and policy priorities. We actively engage in dialogue with AG offices and regularly attend AG events and meetings to advocate on our clients’ behalf. Our team is nationally recognized for our deep understanding of how every AG office operates and our relationships in the AG community. When AGs focus their attention on a company’s activities or business practices, we advise preemptively on how to avoid becoming the target of an investigation, and should an investigation be launched, help to achieve expeditious (and ideally non-public) resolutions. Our experienced team of litigators also represents clients facing federal regulatory scrutiny on a wide range of issues, particularly those involving consumer protection, antitrust, and data privacy. We are a one stop shop for advice on the joint or parallel actions of federal regulators and AGs.

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What the Team is Known For

Cozen O'Connor boasts a dedicated state attorneys general practice with a wide geographic reach. Its well-connected attorneys are able to advocate on behalf of clients on a wide range of issues, including sensitive investigations. The team is a strong choice for securing regulatory approvals from state attorneys general, including in the context of significant M&A.

Work Highlights

  • Cozen O’Connor represented American Beverage Association with respect to issues in front of State Attorneys General across the country, including actions by New York and California AGs against American Beverage Association member companies.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Bernard Nash
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Bernard Nash
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Senior Statespeople
Bernard Nash has a premier state attorneys general practice. He represents major clients, including Fortune 100 companies, in investigations and litigation.

Bernard Nash has a wealth of experience and is a sound negotiator.

Bernard Nash is a seasoned practitioner who brings real value to this space.

Bernard is a brilliant lawyer and businessman.

Jerry Kilgore
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Jerry Kilgore
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Former Virginia Attorney General Jerry Kilgore acts on behalf of corporations and trade associations in relation to government investigations.

Jerry Kilgore earns the respect of everyone and is passionate about winning for his clients.

Jerry is the man who is able to establish instant credibility for his clients by simply entering the room.

Jerry is best in class.

Milton Marquis
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Milton Marquis
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Milton Marquis concentrates his practice on the representation of corporations in state attorneys general investigations. He is especially active in the consumer protection and antitrust areas.

Milton is extremely responsive, thoughtful and proactive in his advice.

Milton Marquis has accrued an exceptional amount of experience in this space which is a real value to clients.

Milton Marquis is a talented lawyer with great judgment, deep experience and earned respect from all Attorneys General.

Ketan D Bhirud
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Ketan D Bhirud
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Ketan Bhirud draws upon his experience as general counsel for the Nevada Attorney General in his practice, which sees him advise clients on investigations and litigation brought by state attorneys general.

Ketan is a great lawyer.

Ranked Lawyers at
Cozen O'Connor

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State Attorneys General

Bernard Nash
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Bernard Nash
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Senior Statespeople
Jerry Kilgore
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Jerry Kilgore
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Milton Marquis
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Milton Marquis
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Band 2
Ketan D Bhirud
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Ketan D Bhirud
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Members

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Ann-Marie Luciano

Bernard Nash

Bernard Nash

Head of Department

Christopher Allen

Emily Yu

Hannah Cornett

Keturah Taylor

Lori Kalani

Head of Department

Maria Colsey Heard

Meghan Stoppel

Ryan Bottegal

Stephen Cobb

Industries

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Automotive

Banking

Cannabis, Opioids, E-cigarettes & Tobacco

Construction & Landscaping

Consumer Finance

Education

Energy, Oil & Gas, Utilities, Renewables

Food, Beverages & Nutritional Supplements

Gaming

Gaming

Healthcare

Hospitality

Insurance

Manufacturing & Retail

Media & Entertainment

Metals & Mining

Nonprofits & Charities

Pharmaceuticals

Professional & Trade Associations

Technology

Telecommunications

Transportation