Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates, Political Law

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Skadden provides a wide range of political law advice, with particular emphasis on campaign finance, pay-to-play, gift, ethics, lobbying and conflicts of interest in connection with federal, state and local laws. Our work in these areas includes representation of major corporations involved in the political process, corporate and trade association political action committees as well as private individuals.

Our attorneys have extensive knowledge of the federal and state pay-to-play, ethics and lobbying laws that specifically relate to contracting with a governmental entity. We frequently advise on state laws that regulate the political activity of contractors or require them to register as lobbyists. We have a broad range of experience advising major banks, investment firms, manufacturers, insurance companies and energy companies, among others, on these rules. Our attorneys also provide advice on Rules G-37/G-38 and Rule 206(4)-5, which are administered by the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board and the SEC/FINRA. We also advise on Rule 23.451, which is administered by the CFTC. In addition, we advise clients on the SEC’s municipal advisor rule and its registration requirements as well as the MSRB’s rules for municipal advisors.

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Political Law - USA - Nationwide

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What the Team is Known For

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom & Affiliates boasts a premier nonpartisan political law group with particular strength in corporate representation over gift and entertainment laws, campaign finance and lobbying disclosure rules. The practice remains at the forefront of advising on federal and state pay-to-play rules. It is a strong choice for representing corporations in responding to sensitive FEC complaints. The team is highly adept at providing political law compliance counsel in the context of M&A and media broadcasts. Its clients hail from a range of industries including financial services, energy, technology and insurance.

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Strengths

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"Skadden are unparalleled in responsiveness and their pragmatic approach to guidance."

Political Law respondent
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"They are constantly adapting to best serve us, making the partnership so efficient and seamless. Their expertise is unmatched."

Political Law respondent
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"Their turnaround is very quick while always tailoring their advice to us personally. Their depth of knowledge and speed at which they act are great value to us."

Political Law respondent
USA

"Skadden are unparalleled in responsiveness and their pragmatic approach to guidance."

Political Law respondent
USA

"They are constantly adapting to best serve us, making the partnership so efficient and seamless. Their expertise is unmatched."

Political Law respondent
USA

"Their turnaround is very quick while always tailoring their advice to us personally. Their depth of knowledge and speed at which they act are great value to us."

Political Law respondent
USA

Notable Practitioners

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Ki P Hong

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Head of Skadden's political law group Ki Hong maintains his leading position in the political law market. He offers extensive experience advising top-echelon corporate clients on political compliance.

"Ki is an excellent lawyer, a pragmatic partner and easy to work with. He can be relied on to provide best-in-class legal advice."

"His expertise is unrivaled, providing invaluable experience. He has the right instincts and crucial judgment."

"There is seemingly no political law-related question Ki cannot answer. He is highly sophisticated, client-focused and thinks outside the box. My experience working with him is nothing shy of stellar."

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Charles Ricciardelli

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Charles Ricciardelli has an established reputation in the market, with notable experience representing clients in the financial services sector in a range of matters including campaign finance and lobbying issues.

"He is a completely invaluable resource. He is thorough in his research and careful to give us solid advice. A conversation with him is so enlightening."

"He gives clear advice which is always understandable and very collaborative."

"I bring him problems and he breaks everything down in a digestible way that helps us find solutions. He distills the complexities of what we are talking about to put together a workable path forward."

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Matthew Bobys

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Matthew Bobys is based in Skadden's Washington, DC office, where he offers vast experience in political compliance matters, often in respect to pay-to-play law. He acts for clients at the federal, state and local levels.

"Matthew is really good at striking a balance between legal and business perspectives. He is very experienced and good at what he does."

"He has everything at his fingertips, making his advice super efficient, as well as having a strong grasp of what the market is doing."

"Matthew is personable, knowledgeable, responsive and aware of the needs of our business."

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Tyler Rosen

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Tyler Rosen is a recognized expert on government affairs issues, where he advises clients on issues such as campaign finance, lobbying and conflict of interest matters.

"I regularly turn to Tyler to assist on very difficult political law questions. I rely on his substantive analysis and his view of the practical implications. His approach yields cogent, accurate and incredibly helpful advice on every occasion."

"Tyler is extremely responsive and provides exceptional client service."

"His knowledge of the law is broad and deep, enabling him to explain legal requirements clearly with business-sensitive applications. He is extremely responsive and always reliable."

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Melissa Miles

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Melissa Miles is a counsel in the firm's political law practice. She provides advice on the full gamut of political law issues, including campaign finance lobbying compliance, ethics and pay-to-play.

"Melissa is a consistent leader on our matters. We trust her counsel as she takes the time to get to know our operations and structure."

"Her thoroughness is amazing, being organized with her advice while also able to adapt."

"Melissa is wonderful at thinking on her feet, meaning I can go to her for quick and rapid guidance. Her advice is practical and very tangible, and she's happy to get into the weeds with us."

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