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.

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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

Latest News and Insights

One Minute Matters Video Series11.1.24

One Minute Matters [Video]: Will a Lack of Federal Regulation Let Deepfakes Influence the Election? (with Jim Brandell and Dante Stella)

As deepfakes continue to blur the line between fact and fiction, are our regulations strong enough…

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Press Releases10.29.24

James Brandell and Andrew Buczek Named 2024 Top Lobbyists by the National Institute for Lobbying & Ethics 

Dykema, a leading national law firm, is proud to announce that James Brandell and Andrew Buczek were…

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Press Releases10.2.24

Dykema’s Lansing Office Adds Government Policy Advisor Bel Martin

Dykema, a leading national law firm, today announced the addition of Bel Martin as a Government…

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