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William Minor

William Minor

USA 2026

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Ranked in 1 practice area

Political Law

USA - Nationwide

16 years ranked

About

Provided by DLA Piper LLP (US)

USA

Practice Areas

Energy and Natural Resources; Government Affairs; Intellectual Property; Regulatory and Government Affairs

Career

William Minor leads the firm's political law practice, which advises clients on the intersection of law, advocacy, and political activity. The practice represents corporations, associations, non-profits and others in high-profile government investigations and enforcement matters.

For more than 25 years, William has counselled clients on matters of political and legal risk; particularly federal, state, and international lobbying laws, campaign finance regulations, and government ethics rules. To these representations, he brings a deep understanding of both the legal requirements as well as the practical needs and objectives of those involved in government advocacy and political activity.

William regularly represents clients in enforcement matters before the Department of Justice, the Federal Election Commission, and the congressional ethics committees. He has also represented clients in formal and informal congressional investigations. He works closely with corporate and non-profit clients to develop and implement effective compliance strategies for lobbying, advocacy, and political activity.

William currently serves as Managing Partner of the Washington, DC office and manages the firm's own PAC and political law compliance efforts, working closely with the firm's Office of General Counsel.

Chambers Review

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Political Law - USA - Nationwide

Band 2
Band 2

Individual Editorial

William Minor of DLA Piper LLP has a wide-ranging political practice that involves representing corporations, trade associations and individuals in matters relating to FARA and campaign finance laws.

Strengths

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  • William is responsive and extraordinarily knowledgeable about all aspects of political law. He takes care to understand the issues we are facing and provide practical advice.

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  • William is a great business partner and always gives excellent advice.

    Political LawChambers Guide to the USA
  • William is an extraordinary attorney and great to work with. He has been a valuable asset to our team.

    Political LawChambers Guide to the USA
  • William has been a tremendous asset to us. He is a trusted resource and our first stop for any issue.

    Political LawChambers Guide to the USA

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