Ranked by Influence Magazine in 2010 as the 15th largest law firm in terms of lobbying revenue and 21st among all law firms and lobbying firms, Buchanan's Federal Government Relations Practice is a powerful presence in the nation’s capital. Our seasoned bi-partisan team of governmental affairs professionals provides clients with key connections at the federal level.

Previously serving in high level government positions, our professionals include a former chair of the Committee on Ways and Means of the United States House of Representatives; the former chief economist and senior advisor to the former chair of the House Committee on Ways and Means; a former staff director of the United States House Committee on the Budget; and a former special assistant to the administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.

These individuals are experienced lobbyists, who have served in senior staff positions in the House or Senate (or both) and in various presidential administrations. Our team provides assistance to clients in many aspects of lobbying, including:

• Developing client-specific strategic lobbying plans.
• Informing clients and key policy makers concerning potential impact of proposed legislation or regulations.
• Monitoring legislative and executive affairs.
• Providing critical access to key decision makers.
• Direct advocacy with government decision makers.
• Drafting legislation.
• Testifying before legislative committees and regulatory hearings.
• Public relations and grass-roots lobbying services.
• Assisting clients with proactive policy development in a variety of industries.

Our professional experience gives us an in-depth understanding of the administrative and congressional policy process. The result: Our clients overcome challenges and seize opportunities presented by the federal government. Our team also draws upon the focused resources of our Government Procurement - Federal and Government Contracts practices.