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Steptoe LLP

Government Relations: Federal

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Steptoe LLP

Rankings

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Government Relations: Federal - USA - Nationwide

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For
Steptoe LLP's bipartisan bench demonstrates prowess across the full range of legislative, public policy and regulatory matters. The practice is particularly adept at assisting clients with navigating the evolving regulatory and legislative framework governing the financial services sector. The attorneys counsel trade associations and industry coalitions as well as corporations. Its industry-specific expertise spans the energy, telecom, pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors, among others.

Work Highlights

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  • Steptoe LLP represented Prudential in various legislative and regulatory matters, including advocacy on privacy and cybersecurity requirements, tax and retirement reform initiatives, and insurance company capital standards.

Strengths

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  • The team is timely, efficient and always follows up.

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  • The firm has superior knowledge of the law and understand the strengths and weaknesses of a case.

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  • Steptoe is extremely responsive and helpful at all times.

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  • The Steptoe team is very astute and will often bring issues to our attention for consideration.

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  • The government is an expansive place, and the Steptoe team has connections and experience everywhere.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Scott Sinder
    Band 2Scott Sinder

    Scott Sinder

    Scott Sinder leads the firm's government affairs and public policy group, and has a wealth of experience representing trade associations and corporates in a range of legislative and regulatory matters. He is also adept advising on tax policy issues, often before Congress.
    • Scott Sinder is an extremely knowledgeable and visionary lawyer who provides excellent service.

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    • Scott provides great service and intellect. He is a ferocious advocate and understands our business better than most industry executives.

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    • Scott is at the top of his game. I rely upon him as a trusted adviser.

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Ranked Individuals at Steptoe LLP (1)

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