Political Law
USA Guide 2024 : USA - Nationwide
Band 3
About
Provided by Perkins Coie LLP
As the creative pioneer of modern political law and as one of the largest practices of its kind in the country, Perkins Coie is known for its innovative approach to campaign financing, exceptional record of election-related litigation, and knowledge and experience in corporate political activity. We represent individuals, candidates, parties, political committees, lobbyists, corporations, trade associations and tax-exempt organizations seeking to effectively engage in political activity.
Perkins Coie attorneys distinguish themselves in their bigger picture perspectives of the political system and the depth of understanding of their clients’ needs. Our political law team has as their sole focus the political arena and they have built a reputation for excelling in oral and written communications and their dedication to clients.
Chambers Review
Perkins Coie LLP has a strong track record in partisan political law matters, including counseling Democratic campaigns and party institutions. The firm continues to provide campaign finance and ethics compliance advice to corporations, nonprofit organizations and political action committees.
Work Highlights
- Perkins Coie represented the Montana Democratic Party in a lawsuit challenging the passage of three voter suppression bills.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Perkins are well connected in the political and government space and offer a wide range of experience and expertise in any issue."
"We always find the team to be very knowledgeable on political law subjects. Their service levels and responsiveness is excellent, being very quick to address inquiries and follow up on time-sensitive matters."
"Everything from Perkins is always very thorough and detailed as well as being pragmatic and practical. Interactions are always very professional, efficient and responsive."
"Perkins are well connected in the political and government space and offer a wide range of experience and expertise in any issue."
"We always find the team to be very knowledgeable on political law subjects. Their service levels and responsiveness is excellent, being very quick to address inquiries and follow up on time-sensitive matters."
"Everything from Perkins is always very thorough and detailed as well as being pragmatic and practical. Interactions are always very professional, efficient and responsive."
Notable Practitioners
Rebecca Gordonis routinely engaged to advise on campaign finance, pay-to-play and compliance matters.
"Rebecca is very responsive and thorough in her analysis. She will dig deep to find the answer, managing everything seamlessly. She understands we live in the real world and her advice is always practical."
"She is responsive, diligent and has great knowledge of the law. She will take on matters that need real attention."
"Rebecca is excellent and deserves all her accolades."
Brian Svoboda is an established practitioner in political law and congressional ethics. He is sought after by corporations and trade associations as well as political parties and candidates.
"Brian is an affable and accessible counsel. He is very knowledgeable on aspects of political law."
"Brian is very knowledgeable and excellent at explaining issues that otherwise would be virtually incomprehensible."