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Holtzman Vogel Baran Torchinsky & Josefiak PLLC

Political Law

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Holtzman Vogel Baran Torchinsky & Josefiak PLLC

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About

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Holtzman Vogel’s Political Law Group is recognized as a leader in the nation in political law, with our lawyers routinely characterized as architects of the modern political law framework. Over decades, our attorneys created much of the structure around political law in Washington and around the country, serving in key administrative, legislative, and regulatory roles. In private practice, they continue to innovate. They consistently invent new mechanisms to meet client challenges, including recently creating the concept of the hybrid ad, devising new methods to navigate ethics issues, and creating new strategies to manage disclosures. 

Our clients benefit from the respect Holtzman Vogel’s political lawyers have garnered from lawyers on both sides of the aisle. Over long careers, our attorneys have built relationships with regulators and other political actors at the federal level and in all fifty states. As a result, clients prevail in a process that is less adversarial and less costly--key priorities for donors and corporate clients who wish to avoid financial risk and risk to their brand.

Currently, we represent the nation’s largest and most high-profile groups interested in influencing the issues environment around public policy and elections. Our attorneys possess in-depth understanding of business and political technology, a critical differentiator and a reason clients compete for the firm’s expertise.

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Political Law - USA - Nationwide

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Holtzman Vogel Baran Torchinsky & Josefiak PLLC is a respected boutique firm with offices across the US. It is a wide-ranging political law practice with expertise in campaign finance, election law and government ethics. The team is well versed in the representation of political candidates, nonprofit organizations and lobbyists, among other entities with associations with the Republican Party.

Work Highlights

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  • Holtzman Vogel Baran Torchinsky & Josefiak PLLC advised Winsome Sears on political and compliance matters in connection with her gubernatorial campaign.

Strengths

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  • The team is extremely knowledgeable and responsive. It also provides bespoke legal advice that can be easily communicated to clients on the business side.

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  • Holtzman Vogel has a dynamic and diverse team with a myriad of skill sets, combined with incredible customer service that sets the team apart from other firms.

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  • The team has subject matter expertise and provides swift analyses and responses.

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  • All of the attorneys at Holtzman Vogel are extremely knowledgeable in their field and diligent with their work.

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  • Holtzman has a depth of experience and relationships that make the firm an excellent choice for clients subject to FARA, FECA, LDA, TCPA and similar laws that regulate campaign finance, lobbying and governmental ethics rules.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Senior StatespeopleJan W Baran
    Senior StatespeopleJan W Baran

    Jan W Baran

    Jan Baran is a highly accomplished political law attorney with superlative knowledge of state, local and federal law. He is renowned for his knowledge of campaign finance issues.

    • Jan is a first-class lawyer.

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    • Jan is a legend of his field.

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    • Jan is an expert. He is able to explain matters easily and offer excellent counsel.

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  • Senior StatespeopleTom Josefiak
    Senior StatespeopleTom Josefiak

    Tom Josefiak

    Tom Josefiak has deep federal law expertise and previously served as Chief Counsel of the Republican National Committee.

    • Tom Josefiak is a very good lawyer.

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  • Band 1Jason Torchinsky
    Band 1Jason Torchinsky

    Jason Torchinsky

    Jason Torchinsky is noted for his deep understanding of political law and is regularly called upon to provide compliance counsel on issues relating to campaign finance, ethics and election law.

    • Jason brings a wealth of specialized legal knowledge and consistently demonstrates a strong commitment to supporting others. He is responsive and thorough in his work.

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    • Jason is one of the best political lawyers in the business.

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    • Jason is a strong strategist and has powerful insights into all things political and regulatory.

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    • Jason provides incredible guidance and counsel.

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  • Band 3Jill Holtzman Vogel
    Band 3Jill Holtzman Vogel

    Jill Holtzman Vogel

    Jill Holtzman Vogel is the founding and managing partner of Holtzman Vogel. She is widely recognized for her expertise in ethics and campaign finance law.

    • Jill has talent in viewing issues and opportunities with a future-focused mindset, which adds to our organization the ability to quickly respond to emerging issues.

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    • Jill is a fierce advocate who dives in and learns our issues quickly and thoroughly, which allows for pointed conversations and expedient resolutions.

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    • Jill is an incredible attorney.

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  • Up and ComingDrew Watkins
    Up and ComingDrew Watkins

    Drew Watkins

    Drew Watkins is increasingly recognized for his ability to advise on areas such as campaign finance, election law and lobbying. He represents a variety of clients including PACs, elected officials and campaign organizations.

    • Drew Watkins has a wide breadth of experience.

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    • Drew is a very skilled lawyer.

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    • Drew is an exceptional attorney.

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