Department profile
Pillsbury

Political Law

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Pillsbury

Rankings

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Political Law - USA - Nationwide

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

Pillsbury's political law practice is noted for its work advising clients on lobbying disclosure and campaign finance issues. The firm's clients also benefit from its ability to devise political law compliance programs. The group represents large corporations in industries such as energy and technology, among others.

Work Highlights

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  • Pillsbury advised AECOM and several of its affiliated entities on political law compliance matters, including lobbying and campaign reporting requirements, pay‑to‑play issues and gift laws.

Strengths

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  • The Pillsbury team is very knowledgeable and easy to work with.

    Political Law respondentUSA
  • The team is always able to answer questions and provide guidance, whether the matter is.

    Political Law respondentUSA
  • The team has deep knowledge of highly specialized subject matter.

    Political Law respondentUSA
  • I couldn't be more impressed or pleased with Pillsbury's work. The team's responsiveness is a particular strength, to the extent that at times I feel like I am its only client.

    Political Law respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Emily Barrett Erlingsson
    Band 3Emily Barrett Erlingsson

    Emily Barrett Erlingsson

    San Francisco-based Emily Barrett Erlingsson is the leader of Pillsbury's political law group and is well-versed in the political law field. She advises clients on campaign finance and lobbying disclosure laws.

    • Emily is responsive, efficient and practical in all her advice.

      Political Law respondentUSA
    • Emily seems to always have the answer, regardless of jurisdiction. The breadth of her knowledge is extraordinary. Her responses are streamlined and practical.

      Political Law respondentUSA
    • Emily goes above and beyond in providing guidance and answering questions. She is multiple steps ahead and thinks outside the box. Her expertise gives me and my company confidence.

      Political Law respondentUSA

Ranked Individuals at Pillsbury (1)

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