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

Navigating government regulations, policies, and legislative processes can be complex, time-consuming, and full of uncertainty. Whether you’re seeking to shape policy, influence regulations, or secure funding, having the right advocate by your side is crucial to your success.

At Kilpatrick, we don’t just represent you—we partner with you. Our team of experienced lobbyists and attorneys combines in-depth legal knowledge with political insight to help you effectively engage with federal, state, and local governments. We understand the challenges you face and work tirelessly to turn obstacles into opportunities.

From securing regulatory approvals to legislative advocacy, we streamline processes, connect you with key decision-makers, and drive impactful results. Your priorities become ours, and we fight for them with the same dedication and strategic focus we would for our own. With Kilpatrick, you gain more than representation—you gain a trusted partner who helps you navigate government with confidence.

Reach

Advocating for You at Every Level of Government

Navigating government regulations, policies, and decision-makers can be intricate and high-stakes. Whether you're a business, nonprofit, coalition, or individual, success depends on having the right advocates in your corner. Kilpatrick’s Government Relations team helps you cut through bureaucracy, shape policy, and protect your interests at the federal, state, and local levels.

We develop winning advocacy strategies, connect you with key decision-makers, and keep you ahead of evolving regulations. Our bipartisan team—composed of skilled lobbyists and attorneys—has strong relationships across government, ensuring your voice is heard where it matters most. From drafting legislation to preparing witnesses for hearings, we provide practical, results-driven solutions that move your priorities forward.

No matter your challenge, we’re here to help you engage government effectively and achieve meaningful results. Let’s work together to turn obstacles into opportunities.

Approach

Navigating Government with Strategy and Influence

Government policies and regulations shape industries, and impact businesses, creating both challenges and opportunities. Whether you need to advocate for policy change, navigate complex legislative processes, or anticipate regulatory shifts, our Government Relations team is your trusted partner.

With deep relationships at the federal, state, and local levels—including in Washington, D.C. and North Carolina—we help clients engage with key decision-makers and influencers to achieve meaningful results. Our team includes registered lobbyists and professionals with high-level government expertise, giving us unique insights into how policy is made and how to position your priorities for success.

We simplify complexity, craft smart strategies, and advocate with clarity. By leveraging our extensive network and deep industry knowledge, we ensure your voice is heard where it matters most. With Kilpatrick by your side, you can confidently navigate the government landscape and move your business forward.

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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.