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Melissa Miles

Melissa Miles

USA 2026

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About

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USA

Practice Areas

Melissa Miles advises major corporations from a wide range of industries on matters relating to government affairs at the federal, state and local levels. Having practiced political law for more than 25 years at Skadden, Ms. Miles advises clients on anti-corruption, campaign finance, pay-to-play, lobbying, gifts and entertainment and conflict-of-interest laws. She also counsels clients on establishing and maintaining comprehensive policies and systems to ensure compliance with those laws, including advising on the requirements and restrictions on PAC giving at the federal level and in all 50 states.

Ms. Miles also represents clients facing investigations and government enforcement actions and is routinely tapped to perform internal political law audits for clients and counsel them on recommendations based on the audit findings. She regularly presents on political law issues and best practices to in-house counsel trade associations and other large membership organizations.

Career

J.D., George Washington University, 1997; B.A., Emory University, 1993

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Political Law - USA - Nationwide

Band 3
Band 3

Individual Editorial

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.

Strengths

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  • Melissa is incredibly attentive to detail and always provides timely advice. She is able to explain complex topics and share the background on the law, as well as the practical implications.

    Political LawChambers Guide to the USA
  • Melissa is a great partner and is very responsive.

    Political LawChambers Guide to the USA
  • Melissa is great to work with. She is incredibly prepared for every discussion and always provides a thorough analysis.

    Political LawChambers Guide to the USA

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California

California: Los Angeles & Surrounds

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