Government Relations More Than Representation: Your Strategic Advocate in Federal Policy

Navigating the complexities of federal policy requires more than just representation; it demands a strategic advocate who understands your unique objectives and can navigate the nuances and intricacies of government processes while helping you effectuate change. At Kilpatrick , we merge traditional advocacy with dedicated partnership to become your trusted advisors in federal policy. Engaging with government can be convoluted, overwhelming, and fraught with uncertainty. We provide the results you need to achieve your goals.

Whatever issues you may face, we take them on as our own, thoroughly grasp their specific circumstances, utilize our extensive experience and connections to streamline processes, and link you with the right individuals to achieve outcomes. Our team of federal lobbyists and attorneys brings unmatched political insight, legal acumen, and a deep understanding of federal legislative and executive mechanisms. We are committed to realizing your regulatory, legislative, and policy objectives, empowering you to navigate the complexities of federal policy with confidence and precision.

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Expert Navigators

At Kilpatrick, we help businesses and individuals navigate the complexities of government interactions at every level. Our team specializes in providing nationwide representation for clients needing assistance with public policy, advocacy, and government relations strategies.

Our federal lobbyists and attorneys offer comprehensive policy and advocacy advice to national and international companies facing critical issues. We represent clients from diverse industries before Congress and federal agencies on a wide array of subjects. Our services include developing effective advocacy strategies, connecting clients with top government decision-makers, drafting and analyzing legislation, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations, and preparing witnesses for testimony in government hearings and investigations.

Our team combines deep legislative, political, and regulatory experience with strong bipartisan relationships. We understand public policy and how to influence it effectively, maintaining constant communication with key government officials on the issues that matter most to our clients. Our team is equipped to tackle any issue. Our work is focused on delivering outcomes that matter.

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Strategic Expertise

Our Government Affairs team is distinguished by its deep-rooted relationships with key decision-makers and influencers nationwide and in Washington, D.C. These robust connections, combined with our extensive knowledge, enable us to craft strategic, tailored solutions that address our clients' unique needs. Our expertise spans both business and government affairs, allowing us to guide clients through the intricate legislative and regulatory landscapes with precision and foresight.

We are committed to providing strategic insights and leveraging our extensive network to amplify our clients' voices and advocate for their interests effectively. Our team excels in simplifying complex governmental and legislative procedures, ensuring that our clients' objectives are achieved with clarity and efficiency. By adeptly navigating the policy landscape with strategic vision, we empower our clients to accomplish their regulatory, legislative, and policy goals with confidence and success.

U.S. Ambassador to the Kingdom of Denmark
Member, U.S. House of Representatives (Georgia Fourth Congressional District)
Counselor to Chairman & Deputy Chief of Staff, Securities & Exchange Commission
Counsel to the Ways & Means Committee, U.S. House of Representatives
Executive Positions in State/Local Agencies & Departments
Former staff for Members of the United States House of Representative and the United States Senate

Related Services

$3.4 Billion

federally appropriated funding

for the class of 300,000+ individual Indian money account holders in the landmark Indian trust fund lawsuit (Cobell v. Salazar)

$25 million

Federal funding

for climate resilience funding for a client facing issues due to global warming

Experience

Successfully advocated for funding in the Inflation Reduction Act and Bipartisan Infrastructure Law for energy development, tax credits, federal grant and loan funding, and water conservation provisions. Once the bills were enacted into law, we assisted our clients in obtaining funding through multiple grant programs in these bills.

Successfully advocated for funding for multiple clients in the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2021 (CARES Act), the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARP), and other COVID-19 relief bills. After passage of the bills, our team worked to ensure that the programs were implemented efficiently and correctly. Our clients have received numerous awards from the recent programs created by this legislation resulting in multi-million-dollar allocations.

Successfully advocated for numerous provisions and changes to forestry, farming, water, and nutrition programs on behalf of clients in the 2018 Agriculture and Nutrition Act (2018 Farm bill).

Successfully advocated for passage of a bill that allowed general welfare benefits provided by a Tribal government to its citizens to be exempt from federal taxation.