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Government Relations: Federal
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K&L Gates represented the California Public Employees Retirement System before the House Judiciary Committee in an inquiry about antitrust issues related to Environment, Social and Governance investment strategies.
Strengths
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The K&L Gates team has great substantive knowledge and excellent contacts within the agencies I deal with.
Government Relations: Federal respondentUSAIn addition to providing the expected network of policymaker relationships and legal expertise, K&L Gates employs lawyer-lobbyists who have exceptionally high levels of interpersonal intelligence. Its employees read lobby and boardrooms correctly and deliver exceptional results because of it.
Government Relations: Federal respondentUSAThe team is able to see over the horizon to what is coming. It offers big picture thinking.
Government Relations: Federal respondentUSAThe team can maneuver through and provide guidance adeptly in unpredictable circumstances.
Government Relations: Federal respondentUSAThe K&L Gates team has a deep command of substantive issue expertise and trusted relationships, which allow it to provide effective strategic insight.
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Notable Practitioners
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Senior Statespeople 
Senior Statespeople Emanuel L Rouvelas
Emanuel Rouvelas is regarded as an expert in maritime law, and has over four decades' experience working with Congress, the executive branch and foreign embassies on transport and international trade matters. Emanuel is expert, discreet, timely and effective.
Government Relations: Federal respondentUSAIntegrity, character and expertise are hallmarks of his practice.
Government Relations: Federal respondentUSAEmanuel is a strong advocate and asset to our work. He thinks outside of the box and understands the innerworkings of Washington, DC.
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Band 2 Andrew Wright
Andrew Wright has a respected practice which sees him guiding clients through Congressional investigations. Andrew has an amazing combination of deep legal knowledge, strong relationships across the sector and an ability to candidly speak and provide guidance to lawyers and non-lawyers alike.
Government Relations: Federal respondentUSAAndrew has incredible experience, vision and judgment. He is able to handle the most complex problems effectively and efficiently.
Government Relations: Federal respondentUSAAndrew shows a deep understanding of client values and a willingness to pursue ambitious strategies.
Government Relations: Federal respondentUSAAndrew is phenomenal and provides a really high level of expertise.
Government Relations: Federal respondentUSAAndrew is great to work with and provides sound legal advice that also meets the demands from congressional policymakers.
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Band 2 
Band 2 Karishma Shah Page
Karishma Shah Page offers expertise on federal legislative policy. Her client base includes large corporations and trade associations. Karishma is incredibly knowledgeable, gives strong guidance and understands the overlap between various interests.
Government Relations: Federal respondentUSAKarishma effectively synthesizes complex insights and manages teams with clarity and direction.
Government Relations: Federal respondentUSAKarishma is superior in every way. She is gracious, strategic, experienced and humble. We highly value her work on our behalf and always feel well-guided when she is at the helm of an effort.
Government Relations: Federal respondentUSAKarishma is an incredible partner, and extremely strategic. She is very sophisticated in helping us think through both shorter and longer-term strategies.
Government Relations: Federal respondentUSAKarishma delivers exceptional client service, consistently going above and beyond to ensure that we feel supported. Her level of sophistication and commercial vision is outstanding, combining deep expertise with a keen understanding our our business needs and the broader landscape.
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Band 3 
Band 3 Daniel F. C. Crowley
Daniel Crowley has particular emphasis on public policy matters, which often relate to financial services and capital markets concerns. He also advises clients on corporate governance and regulatory reform issues. Daniel has been an absolute pleasure to work with, and we appreciate his dedication.
Government Relations: Federal respondentUSADaniel is expert, discreet and effective.
Government Relations: Federal respondentUSADaniel fully understands the value of our mission and represents that individually and in partnership with us to key decision-makers.
Government Relations: Federal respondentUSADaniel goes above and beyond and constantly has our work on his mind.
Government Relations: Federal respondentUSADaniel understands both the broad direction and the nuance of policy. He counsels us well and is a pleasure to work with.
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Band 4 
Band 4 Leonard Bickwit
Leonard Bickwit specializes in federal tax policy matters. He regularly represents Fortune 100 companies and trade associations. Leonard is a valued adviser.
Government Relations: Federal respondentUSALeonard is terrific. His deep experience, strategic focus and realistic council are invaluable.
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Ranked Individuals at K&L Gates (5)
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Andrew Wright
Government Relations: Congressional Investigations
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Government Relations: Federal
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Government Relations: Federal
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Government Relations: Federal
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