Government & Regulatory
Overview
Government policy and regulatory issues, such as compliance and enforcement, can present both challenges and opportunities to your business or mission. Our multidisciplinary teams of attorneys and consultants, including lobbyists, policy authorities and scientists, have a deep understanding of how government functions at all levels and across an array of subject matter and technical areas. As strategic advisers, we know the industries we support. We listen and offer practical advice on issues with many dimensions and paths toward resolution, oftentimes involving collaboration among various stakeholders. Our professionals represent clients in legislative, regulatory and administrative matters with extraordinary passion and depth of experience. This blend of knowledge of relevant industries and processes of government, strong working relationships with decision makers, and capacity for innovative solutions are hallmarks of our services. From the White House to the Statehouse to City Hall, we are prepared to be your trusted partner in achieving success. Please explore our detailed descriptions of the substantive government and regulatory practice areas as well as the professionals who lead this work.
Government & Regulatory Sectors
Insights & Events
Latest
Scott Kosnoff Discusses State Preemption of AI Regulation With Insurance News Net
Conclusion of the FY26 Appropriations Process Kicks Off the FY27 Process in Election-Shorted Year
From Blockbuster to Browser: Supreme Court to Define the Modern VPPA “Consumer”
US and International Developments in Artificial Intelligence
Mitigating Risk Requires Ongoing Risk Governance
Faegre Drinker Attorneys Recognized in 2025 Lexology Index Reports
2026 State Elections: Early Political and Strategic Outlook - Webinar
Faegre Drinker Welcomes 2025 New Associate Class
Greenhouse Gas Rulemaking: What Happened and What Comes Next
Federal Business Tax Update
Insights
Scott Kosnoff Discusses State Preemption of AI Regulation With Insurance News Net
Conclusion of the FY26 Appropriations Process Kicks Off the FY27 Process in Election-Shorted Year
From Blockbuster to Browser: Supreme Court to Define the Modern VPPA “Consumer”
US and International Developments in Artificial Intelligence
Mitigating Risk Requires Ongoing Risk Governance
New Antidumping Duty and Countervailing Duty Petitions on Certain Fatty Acids from Indonesia and Malaysia
Nick Manetto Discusses Future of Federal PBM Spread Pricing Bill With Inside Health Policy
Federal Court Upholds Washington State’s Commercial Electronic Mail Act against CAN-SPAM Preemption Argument
Fourth Quarter 2025 Government Contracts Policy and Regulatory Review
Charles Westerhaus Provides Insight for IAPP’s Cybersecurity Law Key Terms Resource
Events
Past Events
2026 State Elections: Early Political and Strategic Outlook - Webinar
Greenhouse Gas Rulemaking: What Happened and What Comes Next
Federal Business Tax Update
Data, Dangers, & Developments in Drug Supply Chain Security & Safety
Tracing Content in Imported Products: Legal Requirements and Practical Strategies
News
Faegre Drinker Attorneys Recognized in 2025 Lexology Index Reports
Faegre Drinker Welcomes 2025 New Associate Class
Faegre Drinker Receives Three ‘Deal of the Year’ Awards From M&A Advisor
Faegre Drinker Welcomes Agribusiness Leader Jake Hamlin as Senior Director, Strengthens Advocacy Practice in Des Moines
Faegre Drinker Launches Cross-Service National Security Team
Faegre Drinker Attorneys & Product Liability & Mass Torts Group Recognized in LMG Life Sciences Rankings
Faegre Drinker Successfully Advocates for Amendments to Illinois Sports Facilities Act to Secure Funding for Women’s Professional Sports
Faegre Drinker Real Estate Team Honored at 2025 Smart Growth Awards
Jessica Abrahams Recognized by IFB Solutions with “Commodore Funderburk Visionary Award”
BTI Consulting Names Four Faegre Drinker Attorneys as 2025 ‘Client Service All-Stars’
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Experience
Our Experience
St. Louis College of Health Careers Completes Sale to Stepful, Inc.
Mama’s Creations, Inc. Acquires Crown I Enterprises Inc. for $17.5M
Royal Thai Government Guided Through Department of Commerce Investigation
Cornish College of the Arts Completes Strategic Transaction in Contribution to Seattle University
Faegre Drinker Advises St. Ambrose University in Key Milestone toward Combination with Mount Mercy University
Concordia University Acquires Platt College
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Mary Katherine Bielinski
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Jillian K. Brady
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Deirdre Coleman
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Kacey B. Dugan
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Terry L. Frangiosa
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Timothy R. Franson, M.D.
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Dede Godstrey
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Megan S. Herber
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Nicholas P. Manetto
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Ilse Peterson, MPH
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Sarah L. Pheasant
Senior Government & Regulatory Affairs Attorney -
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Fatou Hann Sarr
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Lawrence J. Stern
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Elliot D. Vice
Director - Health Policy & Government Relations -
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David R. Zook
Chair - Faegre Drinker Consulting