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WilmerHale

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When policy, law and business concerns intersect, often in the glare of public scrutiny, clients turn to WilmerHale’s team of attorneys with senior-level experience in the Executive Branch and on Capitol Hill. The team provides unmatched experience and insight on the legal frameworks and complex policies and regulations that govern their clients’ industries. This bipartisan group has an inside perspective on how government operates and how its actions can affect clients. We understand our clients’ legislative and policy objectives and the importance of their reputations with Congress and before Executive Branch agencies. And when clients are faced with complex issues, we develop and implement multi-branch strategies and solutions that help them move forward successfully with their corporate goals and commercial endeavors.

To learn more about our Public Policy and Legislative Affairs practice, please visit: https://www.wilmerhale.com/en/solutions/public-policy-and-legislative-affairs

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State Attorneys General - USA - Nationwide

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

WilmerHale's respected team consists of experienced attorneys and former government officials from both sides of the political aisle. The practice offers a comprehensive public policy service to clients across an expansive range of industries, including the information technology and financial services sectors. The group also draws plaudits for the strength of its Congressional investigations and State Attorneys General practice.

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Strengths

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  • WilmerHale has a deep bench of really smart lawyers who are also really well connected in the AG space. They have great judgment and are great to work with.

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  • Wilmer leads a world-class team in responding to a variety of congressional and regulatory matters. The team stands out due to its responsiveness, friendliness and candor.

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  • Wilmer has excellent insight into the congressional investigations process. Its team takes the time to understand our goals and respond accordingly.

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  • The WilmerHale team is superb at fast and substantive responses. Its service is exceptional.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Jamie Gorelick
    Jamie Gorelick

    Jamie Gorelick

    Former Deputy Attorney General of the United States Jamie Gorelick is a highly thought-of practitioner who frequently handles complex Congressional investigations.

    • Jamie is a key pillar of this work in Washington, DC.

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    • Jamie is extremely knolwedgeable and very strategic.

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  • Jonathan Yarowsky
    Jonathan Yarowsky

    Jonathan Yarowsky

    Jonathan Yarowsky focuses his lobbying efforts in the areas of IP, telecommunications and antitrust, and draws on previous experience working for Congress and in the White House.

    • Jonathan provides outstanding service, knowledge and leadership.

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    • Jonathan has a rare combination of intelligence, foresight, communication skills and determination. His problem-solving skills and candor stand him apart from others.

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    • We consider Jonathan a visionary when it comes to policy matters. He's able to grasp complex matters and help develop solutions, even when the matter is new to him.

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    • Jonathan has deep relationships with Capitol Hill, so we have confidence in his responses and expertise.

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    • Jonathan has the greatest commercial awareness and level of sophistication in the federal government affairs arena of any lawyer or lobbyist that I’ve ever seen.

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  • Alyssa DaCunha
    Alyssa DaCunha

    Alyssa DaCunha

    Alyssa DaCunha co-chairs the firm's Congressional investigations practice. She is well placed to assist with hearings and advise on strategy.

    • Alyssa understands what we're trying to accomplish and counsels us through every step in the congressional inquiry process, big and small.

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    • I would not trust our institution to anyone else's hands.

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    • Alyssa and her team provide exceptional, full-spectrum client service across a diverse issue set. She is a remarkable thought partner and force multiplier.

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    • Her grasp of the process and how the client should navigate it is second to none.

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    • Alyssa’s instincts are spot on.

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  • Paul Connell
    Paul Connell

    Paul Connell

    Paul Connell is a former Deputy Attorney General and senior counsel to the Wisconsin State Attorney General. His wide-ranging regulatory enforcement and litigation experience includes noted strength in state attorneys general investigations. He is especially active in the pharmaceutical, healthcare and technology sectors.

    • Paul knows the AG world well and leverages his experience and relationships to find solutions for his clients.

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    • Paul brings practical solutions and deep factual knowledge to complex problems.

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    • Paul stands out due to his deep experience in the state attorneys general space. He distinguishes himself through his extensive knowledge.

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  • Joel S Green
    Joel S Green

    Joel S Green

    Joel Green is co-chair of the Congressional investigations practice at WilmerHale. He offers a skilled hand in counseling clients through investigations and oversight matters conducted by Congress.

    • Joel inspires confidence.

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    • Joel provides invaluable counsel that demonstrates a keen understanding of the internal and external pressures facing our organization and its leadership.

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    • Joel's reassuring counsel has resulted in actionable, pragmatic and successful results.

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    • Joel is an insightful value add for any potential client.

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    • Joel Green is a whip smart lawyer with expert level client service.

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Ranked Individuals at WilmerHale (5)

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    Jamie Gorelick

    Government Relations: Congressional Investigations

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  • Profile image of Alyssa DaCunha

    Alyssa DaCunha

    Government Relations: Congressional Investigations

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  • Profile image of Joel S Green

    Joel S Green

    Government Relations: Congressional Investigations

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