Government Relations and Legislation

Overview

Since 1988, Calfee’s Government Relations and Legislation practice has been respected for its political savvy and effectiveness, legal expertise, honesty, and relationships with all levels of local, state and federal government on both sides of the political aisle.

Calfee’s Government Relations and Legislation team spans across the Midwest and nationally, including Washington, D.C. We are continuously building and strengthening relationships with key decision makers, from legislative aides to top lawmakers and officials, to advocate for our clients and work with them to provide sophisticated solutions for their business needs.

Many of our lawyers and lobbyists have formerly served in governmental positions, including capacities such as the mayor of a major city, director of a state cabinet-level agency, and member of the U.S. Congress. Our collective knowledge and experiences allow us to analyze the law and political climate, anticipate how it may affect businesses, and execute a plan that will help clients communicate and work effectively with all levels of government.

As one of the top law firms in Ohio, Calfee lobbyists also have the legal background and immediate resources of lawyers in offices across the state and in Washington, D.C. who provide a variety of specialized services. We are able to analyze the law for our clients, anticipate how it may impact their business, and strategize and execute a plan of action.

Calfee partners with our clients to deliver superior services that result in success, including:

Legislative Lobbying

Develop legislative strategy
Draft legislation
Prepare testimony
Build legislative support
Testify before legislative committees
Foster legislative relationships with clients
Monitor legislative activity

Executive Agency Lobbying

Develop lobbying strategy
Prepare supporting materials and briefings
Foster executive agency relationships with clients

Public Policy Advocacy

Analyze policy and political perspectives
Develop grass-roots support
Create coalitions among stakeholders
Coordinate and analyze media and public relations

Government Contract / Executive Agency Procurement

Monitor procurement opportunities
Develop business relationships
Support State Term Schedule applications
Counsel on competitive bid requirements
Assist with public records requests
Truth-In-Negotiations Act issues
Buy American / Buy Ohio
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Agency Regulatory Matters

Analyze regulations
Prepare legal and political arguments
Attend hearings on behalf of clients
Ensure Executive Order compliance
Assist with permit and licensing regulations and applications
Develop compatible required legislation

Administrative Rule-Making Process

Monitor administrative agencies
Draft administrative rules
Impact rule-making process
Represent clients in public and administrative hearings

Political Action Committees (PACs)

Review laws and regulations
Develop strategies for PAC contributions
Facilitate legal formation
Handle regulatory functions
Monitor campaign finance limitations

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Noteworthy

U.S. News – Best Lawyers^® “Best Law Firms” Rankings

Calfee was selected for inclusion in the 2023 "Best Law Firms" rankings by U.S. News – Best Lawyers in Government Relations Practice (Regional Tier 1 Columbus, Regional Tier 2 Cincinnati).

Disclaimer

Although many of the professionals in Calfee's Government Relations and Legislation group are attorneys, the non-licensed professionals in this group are not authorized to engage in the practice of law. Accordingly, our non-licensed professionals' advice should not be regarded as legal advice and their services should not be considered the practice of law.