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About
Provided by Jackson Walker LLP
With one of the premier lobby practices in Texas, Jackson Walker has been engaged in state politics since the early 1900s. Our legislative section comprises professionals with over 150 years of combined experience practicing before regulatory agencies and the Texas Legislature for clients in diverse industries—including agriculture, energy, healthcare, construction, technology, and public utilities. Our team coordinates efforts with private consultants, representatives of government agencies, elected officials, and staff to achieve goals and objectives for clients. Our professionals are skilled at building state-wide coalitions of stakeholders to achieve consensus and make progress on complicated issues.
Recent Highlights:
- Secured nearly $40 million in the Texas budget for clients such as the Texas Council on Family Violence, Share Our Strength/No Kid Hungry Texas, Learning Undefeated, and more.
- Passed a bill for the Texas Dental Hygienists’ Association (the client has been trying to get this same bill passed for 30 years before now).
- Got all of the City of Denton’s priorities passed, including a bill giving them the authority to have a qualified hotel project and receive tax rebates from the state, which is a huge economic development win for them.
- Killed bad bills that threatened First Amendment rights and got bills passed on behalf of the Texas Association of Broadcasters which protected the media and promoted open government.
Chambers Review
Jackson Walker LLP offers premier government relations and public policy counsel in Texas. The team is noted for their regulatory expertise and legislative experience, counseling corporate and nonprofit clients alike. The group is well versed in advising on tax, funding and licensing matters.
Work Highlights
- Jackson Walker advised AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals regarding the passage of state Medicaid bills during the Texas legislative assembly.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Jackson Walker is a highly competent firm with technical expertise along with a great strategic approach."
"They are really strong in recognising our needs, how we work and guiding us. Their value is in their connections and relationships. They are a wonderful partner."
"They are knowledgeable and connected experts with regards to the Texas legislature. They help strategize policy and share their expertise generously, helping us explore all opportunities. It is a very fruitful partnership."
"Jackson Walker is a highly competent firm with technical expertise along with a great strategic approach."
"They are really strong in recognising our needs, how we work and guiding us. Their value is in their connections and relationships. They are a wonderful partner."
"They are knowledgeable and connected experts with regards to the Texas legislature. They help strategize policy and share their expertise generously, helping us explore all opportunities. It is a very fruitful partnership."
Notable Practitioners
Denise Rose is a notable legal adviser and lobbyist at Jackson Walker. She is recognised for her funding and advocacy work undertaken for clients in the corporate and nonprofit space.
"Denise helps us navigate a tricky political landscape to bring us big wins. Her relationships with the right people and vast institutional knowledge really helps. Her strategy and focus is a powerful asset for us to achieve our goals."
"Her insight and expertise is so valuable to us. She is highly responsive and very timely as well as being accommodating. She always comes prepared to whatever meeting we might be having."
"She makes you feel and know you are well taken care of. Denise is extremely knowledgeable and very well connected as well as being personable, efficient and smart."
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