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
UK Data (Use and Access) Act 2025: Update and New Compliance Challenges
Key Higher Education Regulatory Issues for 2026
Mollie Sitkowski Comments on U.S. Production of Aluminum, Tariff Impacts With Commercial Observer
New Antidumping Duty and Countervailing Duty Petitions on Truck Bed Covers from China
FDA Publishes Long-Awaited Draft Guidance on “Plausible Mechanism Framework” to Spur the Development of New Individualized Medicines
Jessica Natali Honored With Temple Law’s 2026 Women’s Law Caucus Leadership Award
Faegre Drinker Practices and Attorneys Ranked Among Leaders in Chambers Global Guide 2026
Artificial Intelligence, Big Data and Algorithms
2026 State Elections: Early Political and Strategic Outlook - Webinar
Greenhouse Gas Rulemaking: What Happened and What Comes Next
Insights
UK Data (Use and Access) Act 2025: Update and New Compliance Challenges
Key Higher Education Regulatory Issues for 2026
Mollie Sitkowski Comments on U.S. Production of Aluminum, Tariff Impacts With Commercial Observer
New Antidumping Duty and Countervailing Duty Petitions on Truck Bed Covers from China
FDA Publishes Long-Awaited Draft Guidance on “Plausible Mechanism Framework” to Spur the Development of New Individualized Medicines
Building for Families: How HB 1001 Impacts Marion County Schools
Mollie Sitkowski Comments on Supreme Court’s Ruling Blocking Tariffs Under IEEPA
Mollie Sitkowski Discusses What Congress’s “Last Sale” Move Means for Importers With Simply Trade
What to Know About Indiana’s New Data Protection Law
Mollie Sitkowski Discusses Tariff Loophole Fix With Endpoints News
Events
Past Events
Artificial Intelligence, Big Data and Algorithms
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
News
Jessica Natali Honored With Temple Law’s 2026 Women’s Law Caucus Leadership Award
Faegre Drinker Practices and Attorneys Ranked Among Leaders in Chambers Global Guide 2026
Faegre Drinker Advises SunOpta, Inc. In Sale Transaction
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
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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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Meet The Team
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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
Senior Manager - Science, Regulation, & Policy -
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Deirdre Coleman
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Kacey B. Dugan
Director - Policy & Regulatory Affairs -
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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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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