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
Faegre Drinker Attorneys & Product Liability & Mass Torts Group Recognized in LMG Life Sciences Rankings
“Dieselgate” — English High Court Takes Control of Spiralling Legal Costs in High-Volume Consumer Disputes
Faegre Drinker Successfully Advocates for Amendments to Illinois Sports Facilities Act to Secure Funding for Women’s Professional Sports
FDA Launches Dashboard to Provide Access to Real-Time Adverse Event Data for Cosmetics
FDA Requests Public Comment on Metrics and Methods for Evaluating Performance of AI-Driven Medical Devices Deployed in Clinical Settings
Power and Energy Trends Shaping the Data Center Industry
Defining Child Health Research to Guide Equitable Federal Appropriations
FDA’s Prioritization Pilot Providing Faster Review When Generic Drugs — APIs or Finished Products — Are Produced Domestically
Governance: The Artificial Intelligence Regulatory Environment and its Implications for Governance Strategies
Practical Considerations and Best Practices for Life Insurers Using AI
Insights
“Dieselgate” — English High Court Takes Control of Spiralling Legal Costs in High-Volume Consumer Disputes
FDA Launches Dashboard to Provide Access to Real-Time Adverse Event Data for Cosmetics
FDA Requests Public Comment on Metrics and Methods for Evaluating Performance of AI-Driven Medical Devices Deployed in Clinical Settings
Power and Energy Trends Shaping the Data Center Industry
Defining Child Health Research to Guide Equitable Federal Appropriations
FDA’s Prioritization Pilot Providing Faster Review When Generic Drugs — APIs or Finished Products — Are Produced Domestically
Considerations for Government Contractors in Light of Government Shutdown
Site Selection and Incentives for Data Centers — Navigating New Opposition and Legislative Challenges
H-1B Update: Executive Order Targets New H-1B Visa Holders With $100,000 Fee
EPA Withdraws Proposed Effluent Guidelines for Meat and Poultry Processors
Events
Past Events
Governance: The Artificial Intelligence Regulatory Environment and its Implications for Governance Strategies
Practical Considerations and Best Practices for Life Insurers Using AI
Better Together Starts With Being Whole Alone
Family is a System, Not a Solo Act
How Mission-Driven Workplaces Spark Collective Energy
News
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’
Angela Fogt Named a 2025 ‘Top Women in Law’ Honoree by Minnesota Lawyer
Faegre Drinker Attorneys Named to 2025 ‘Indiana 250’ Influential List
Faegre Drinker Advises St. Ambrose University in Key Milestone toward Combination with Mount Mercy University
Faegre Drinker Continues Growth of Customs & International Trade Team With Experienced Trade Compliance Counsel Beata Spuhler
Faegre Drinker Grows Customs & International Trade Practice in Washington, D.C., Welcoming Prominent Trade Enforcement Partner Daniel Wilson
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Experience
Our Experience
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
University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences Acquired by Perdoceo Education
Maryland University of Integrative Health Completes Sale to Notre Dame of Maryland University
Meet The Team
Meet The Team
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Matt Abdifar
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Tricia A. Beckmann
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Mary Katherine Bielinski
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Brad Boswell
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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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Therese E. Ignich
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Nicholas P. Manetto
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Rebekah A. Marfo
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Holly E. McIntyre
Manager - Insurance Policy & Regulatory Affairs -
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Ilse Peterson, MPH
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Sarah L. Pheasant
Senior Government & Regulatory Affairs Attorney -
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William L. Roberts
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Fatou Hann Sarr
Manager - Research & Policy -
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Lawrence J. Stern
Director of Insurance & Financial Services - Faegre Drinker Consulting -
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Elliot D. Vice
Director - Health Policy & Government Relations -
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David R. Zook
Chair - Faegre Drinker Consulting