Overview
Advocating for your interests with government officials, policymakers, legislators and regulators has always been critically important for businesses of all sizes—and even more so if you operate in an industry facing particularly rigorous regulatory scrutiny.
Today, with regulatory upheaval quickly becoming the norm, partisan acrimony at an all-time high and a social media environment that can escalate policy disagreements into the next culture war, strategic advocacy for your business and your industry is more important than ever.
For decades, Manatt has been a champion for our clients in legislative halls across the country, collaborating with regulators, policymakers, and navigating government contracting and procurement processes. While the politics have changed, our success and relentless advocacy on behalf of our clients has not.
From California to Washington, D.C., and in state and local governments across the country, Manatt lobbies for your vital interests in administrative and legislative hearings, rulemaking and regulatory proceedings, and in connection with government contracts and funding agreements.
Because of the power regulatory agencies have over business and industry, the stakes in government litigation often reach far beyond a specific issue. But when a government agency takes a detrimental action, promulgates a problematic regulation, launches an investigation, serves a subpoena, or denies an entitlement, litigation may be the only recourse.
Manatt offers a 360-degree approach, combining litigation, advocacy and regulatory guidance. Manatt brings a team of former regulators and government officials, deep industry knowledge, and a broad base of experience in government litigation.
Offering services to or on behalf of the government can be a tricky business. Shifting administration priorities and regulatory scrutiny can create major obstacles even as government contracts can be a great source of revenue and stability.
Manatt offers wide-ranging services in all phases of public procurement, bid protests and contract disputes for clients in the infrastructure, technology, environmental services, transportation and health industries. Whether you operate at the federal, state or local level, our team’s insight and understanding of the landscape will clear your path.
How do you advocate for your interests in a political environment where social media and hyper-partisanship make even the most esoteric regulatory deliberations fraught? How do you move your business forward in a constantly shifting landscape?
Across committees and caucuses, as well as among media professionals and high-profile policymakers, Manatt's approach is grounded in experience with government, longstanding professional relationships, and an informed understanding of policy development processes. Our professionals have served in elective offices, on legislative and executive staffs, and in senior positions at every level of government. With a staunchly bipartisan team and a forward-looking strategic approach, our government affairs professionals are invaluable allies for clients.
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Select Clients
AT&T
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Honeywell
Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
New York University
Oracle USA
Siemens
State Compensation Insurance Fund
Toyota Motor North America
