Federal and state governments play a growing role in shaping today’s US business environment. It’s important to keep up-to-date on the latest changes and likely trends in public policy, and sometimes it’s necessary to take an affirmative role in shaping those trends. To stay current, you need an advocate who can guide you through the complex policy-making process of Washington and the state capitols. The decisions made in the White House, Congress, governors’ offices, state legislatures and agencies at every level can affect your business.

Dentons will help you to have a role in that process. We work with you to chart a legislative and political strategy that provides a measurable impact on federal and state policies and can help you to meet your business objectives. Count on us to design and implement advocacy campaigns with comprehensive strategic goals, timely execution, substantive knowledge, political sophistication and effective mobilization of resources. We bring together the people, experience and judgment you need to thrive in an increasingly regulated business environment.

Our team of professionals leverages our unmatched contacts at the highest levels of government and our deep experience in financial services, health care, trade, tax, defense and other areas to meet your needs. We can help you to shape outcomes with a wide range of services, including:

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Political Law Playbook – April 2025

April 30, 2025

United States: Welcome to the April edition of the Political Law Playbook. This edition’s federal coverage features the recent Executive Order (“EO”) signed by President Trump relating to the administration of federal elections, as well as a partial halting of some of its provisions by a federal judge. At the state level, our coverage highlights some recent legal decisions relating to both election results in North Carolina, as well as control over the state’s electoral process.

Political Law Playbook – March 2025

March 31, 2025

United States: Welcome to the March edition of the Political Law Playbook. This edition’s federal coverage features the Federal Election Commission’s (“FEC”) ruling that Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) did not run afoul of federal campaign finance laws when his podcast syndicator made contributions to a Super PAC aligned with the Senator.

Political Law Playbook – February 2025

February 26, 2025

Welcome to the February edition of the Political Law Playbook. This month’s federal coverage features new Federal Election Commission (“FEC”) contribution limits, and the resignation and termination of two respective FEC commissioners. In addition, former US Senator Bob Menendez has recently been sentenced after previously being found guilty of bribery, fraud, and illegal foreign-agent offenses.

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Dentons welcomes Ryan Mann, former special counsel to mayor of Indianapolis, to Public Policy and Real Estate practices

April 11, 2023

Ryan Mann has joined Dentons in Indianapolis as of counsel in its Public Policy and Regulation and Real Estate practices. In his new role, Ryan will help clients throughout the full arc of a project, from its inception to its implementation and completion.

Dentons launches 50-state government affairs network

June 29, 2016

Dentons, the global law firm, today launched Dentons 50, a full-service, 50-state public policy and advocacy network offering unrivaled reach and depth in state capitols across the nation for clients in all industry sectors. The Dentons 50 network is a comprehensive, centralized resource for businesses with complex, multi-state policy matters.