GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS
We help our clients achieve their legislative goals by leveraging our local government experience and diverse relationships in Austin and across the state of Texas.
Our Approach
Our Government Affairs group helps both public and private entities achieve their goals through effective advocacy at the Texas Capitol. We draw on our experience representing clients in high-stakes, complex matters where creative problem solving is essential. Our deep history in Austin and diverse relationships across the state help us coordinate a strategic approach to your organization’s goals.
Our lawyers and lobbyists offer a full range of legislative tools, including:
Strategic Planning
We collaborate with clients to create tailored plans that align with their long-term objectives. Our approach includes identifying key opportunities and challenges in the legislative environment, enabling clients to proactively address issues that impact their interests.
Legislation Drafting
We draft comprehensive and impactful legislation that addresses Texas’ critical issues. Over the years, we have worked closely with government agencies, lawmakers, and stakeholders to develop clear, concise, and legally sound proposals in the areas of open government practices, administrative procedure, infrastructure financing, and natural resources policy. This drafting has resulted in actionable legislative texts.
Testifying on Legislation
Our team prepares and supports clients in delivering compelling testimony and public comments on critical legislative issues. We ensure that our clients are well-equipped to articulate their positions and concerns to lawmakers and regulatory bodies.
Advocacy
We employ targeted advocacy strategies to effectively represent our clients’ interests at the Texas Capitol. Through direct engagement with lawmakers and stakeholders, we ensure that our clients’ voices are heard and their priorities are addressed in the legislative process.
Coalition Building
We facilitate the creation of coalitions among like-minded organizations and stakeholders to amplify our clients’ influence. By fostering collaboration, we leverage shared goals to advance legislative initiatives and drive meaningful change in Texas.
Public Relations
We develop comprehensive public relations strategies to enhance our clients’ visibility and reputation in the legislative arena. Our efforts focus on crafting effective messaging and engaging with media to support advocacy campaigns and shape public perception.