Legislation and Lobbying


It is hard to get things done in today’s polarized legislative landscape. It’s not enough for companies to sit back and wait for policy changes to happen. Our team of government policy advisors in Illinois, Michigan, and Washington, D.C., partner with you to formulate legislative, regulatory, and political strategies to support your needs proactively in front of both Republican and Democratic policymakers. We have fostered close relationships with key decision-makers in state and federal governments to help you influence new and existing laws and regulations, access funding, and keep current on issues affecting your organization.

Our team has substantial experience lobbying through both traditional and innovative channels to promote and protect your interests on a range of issues such as healthcare, insurance, tax, infrastructure, and many others. We advocate before executive branches, lawmakers, and regulatory agencies, regardless of political persuasion or affiliation.

We provide a full range of government relations services, including:

  • Developing a legislative strategy
  • Building relationships with key policymakers
  • Lobbying legislators to support or oppose legislation
  • Issue advocacy
  • Building and managing coalitions
  • Drafting legislation and administrative rules
  • Compliance with campaign finance and rules
  • Grassroots campaign strategies

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John Donovan to Serve as Panelist at Chicago Cannabis Round Table

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Press Releases8.19.25

53 Dykema Attorneys Named to 2025 Michigan Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that 29 of its attorneys from the firm’s…

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One Minute Matters Video Series8.12.25

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