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If you do business internationally, in a regulated industry or with the federal government, you know that what happens in Washington directly affects you. 

The attorneys and lobbyists in the D.C. office of Thompson Coburn represent clients before agencies, courts and Congress, helping businesses and public entities navigate legal, regulatory and legislative challenges in Washington and beyond. We are committed to achieving your goals with practical, value-driven legal and government relations counsel, solving problems and unlocking new opportunities for your success.

And, if you are an attorney or lobbyist considering a move, learn why so many have found Thompson Coburn to be an excellent platform for elevating already successful practices to the next level. Our culture is based on entrepreneurial spirit, collegial atmosphere and exceptional support for our teams, and of course, our commitment to providing value to our clients. Those are just some of the factors contributing to the success of our Firm and our attorneys.

We are proud to announce that Thompson Coburn has been ranked among the top 100 law firms by the Washington Business Journal!

TC named among top 100 law firms by Washington Business Journal

Thompson Coburn’s D.C. attorneys and lobbyists serve the needs of financial institutions, hospital systems, developers, government contractors, energy purchasers and suppliers, trade associations, higher education institutions, entrepreneurs, manufacturers and distributors located throughout the country and around the world. Our premier transportation practice regularly advises transit agencies, shipowners and operators, ports, aircraft owners and transportation associations. 

How can we help you? Just take a look:

  • Contracting with the Federal Government? We help companies navigate the intricacies of government contracting and offer practical solutions to problems that arise on a day-to-day basis. (Popular resources: The 10 Myths of Government Contracting and The 10 Commandments of Government Contracting)
  • Do your technology, design, sales or supply chains extend beyond the borders of the United States? Our talented Transportation and International Trade attorneys will team with you and your staff to assure compliance, reduce regulatory hurdles and help you to realize cost savings. (Popular resources: Trade Compliance Handbook and Checklists of Foreign Countries Subject to Sanctions)
  • Looking for guidance on navigating Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) or state commission requirements and regulations? The attorneys in our top-ranked, nationwide Energy practice have decades of combined experience in this highly specialized area of law. We work closely as a team to provide legal guidance and creative solutions to a diverse group of energy industry clients across North America. We effectively counsel clients on all stages of energy litigation; compliance programs and guidelines; North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) reliability standards, audits and investigations; energy market design issues; strategic transactions including the purchase and sale of electricity, natural gas, oil, and facilities; the operation of hydropower facilities through the FERC licensing and relicensing processes and the corresponding state and federal resource agencies’ processes.
  • Facing pressure to develop and maintain critical infrastructure, and provide safe and efficient transportation services within the diverse transportation sector? Our highly-experienced Public Transit attorneys provide comprehensive legal solutions and meaningful counsel on a wide range of federal transportation issues, including the development and implementation of major capital investment projects and assistance with Federal Transit Administration (FTA) requirements in the project development process, procurement and contracting for vehicles and services, FTA grants, financing, and congressional authorization and appropriations measures. Our work involves advising on compliance with FTA’s Circulars and regulations, Buy America, Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), civil rights, 13(c) labor protection, pension and labor issues, and related claims, actions and litigation. 
  • Facing potential litigation or need assistance responding to or defending your company from agency action? We can help you seek judicial review of agency action under the Administrative Procedure Act and assist with all phases of litigation. Our experienced appellate attorneys handle litigation before federal agencies and most state and federal courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court. Our attorneys have appeared multiple times before the Supreme Court and argued two landmark constitutional cases arising out of transportation controversies. 
  • Seeking legal advice on a complex commercial or regulatory issue related to rail, motor, and air carriage? Our national Transportation practice regularly assists ocean carriers, ports, air carriers, motor carriers, public transit systems, trade associations, shippers and cargo owners, and can handle the variety of issues affecting the industry and its customers.
  • Interested in scheduling meetings or testifying on Capitol Hill? Our lobbyists and attorneys have helped clients significantly impact legislative and agency actions. We advocate on our clients’ behalf before members of Congress, congressional committee staff, Executive Branch appointees and independent agency officials. Our team develops government relations strategies and crafts position papers and legislative language on complex legal and public policy matters. We have substantial experience in preparing witnesses to testify before Congress and the Executive Branch. 
  • Looking for financing or investors? Our team of finance attorneys has decades of hands-on experience representing lenders and investors in a myriad of secured and unsecured finance transactions in both commercial grade and alternative asset transactions of any size and nature. We successfully represent clients in all segments of infrastructure and are prepared to provide legal guidance and assistance with respect to even the most complex infrastructure projects.

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D.C. office raises funds for World Central Kitchen to ho​nor Kent Woodman’s volunteer trip to the Ukraine border

Katie Kraft rejoins Thompson Coburn to co-chair national Public Transit practice

Congratulations to the new Thompson Coburn partners for 2022

Jayna Rust selected for NAPABA Leadership Advancement Program

Josh Adrian, Matt Rudolphi join Thompson Coburn’s national energy practice

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Partner
Washington, D.C.

As counsel to a variety of electric industry participants, Josh helps clients navigate state and federal regulatory processes and resolve complex transactional and ratema...

As counsel to a variety of electric industry participants, Josh helps clien...

Josh Adrian
Partner
Washington, D.C.

Nicole is a seasoned legal advisor focusing on Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) regulatory and policy matters on behalf of electric cooperatives, natural ...

Nicole is a seasoned legal advisor focusing on Federal Energy Regulato...

Nicole Allen
Senior Counsel
Washington, D.C.

Over the past 30 years, Tony has been a legal advisor to many of the nation's largest transit systems.

Over the past 30 years, Tony has been a legal advisor to many of the nation...

Tony Anderson
Senior Counsel
Washington, D.C.

Jonathan focuses on regulatory issues and litigation affecting domestic and international maritime and shipping matters, as well as international trade regulation issues ...

Jonathan focuses on regulatory issues and litigation affecting domestic and...

Jonathan Benner
Senior Counsel
Washington, D.C.

Henry's tax practice work emphasizes partnerships, limited liability companies and nonprofit organizations.

Henry's tax practice work emphasizes partnerships, limited liability c...

Henry Bettendorf
Partner
Washington, D.C.

Tyler is an experienced international trade and regulatory attorney who provides comprehensive guidance to clients regarding the impact of federal law and regulations on ...

Tyler is an experienced international trade and regulatory attorney who pro...

Tyler Black
Senior Counsel
Washington, D.C.

Bonnie advises and advocates for clients on wholesale electric market rules and transmission access and pricing issues.

Bonnie advises and advocates for clients on wholesale electric market rules...

Bonnie Blair
Partner
Washington, D.C.

Eileen is a successful negotiator and strategist who focuses on her clients' goals while keeping an eye on the big picture.

Eileen is a successful negotiator and strategist who focuses on her clients...

Eileen Brown
Partner
Washington, D.C. |
Birmingham

Former United States Attorney Kenyen Brown focuses his practice on white-collar criminal litigation and compliance counseling, including matters involving internal and go...

Former United States Attorney Kenyen Brown focuses his practice on white-co...

Kenyen Brown
Partner
Washington, D.C.

Adrienne represents clients in electric and natural gas pipeline matters, and counsels on compliance and enforcement.

Adrienne represents clients in electric and natural gas pipeline matters, a...

Adrienne Clair
Associate
Washington, D.C.

Evelyn focuses on international trade and regulatory compliance to guide clients through federal law and regulations impacting domestic and international transactions.

Evelyn focuses on international trade and regulatory compliance to guide cl...

Evelyn Clark
Associate
Washington, D.C.

Jenna is an associate in the Firm's Energy practice.

Jenna is an associate in the Firm's Energy practice.

Jenna Cliatt
Legislative Assistant
Washington, D.C.

For James, the thrill of walking the halls of Congress never grows old.

For James, the thrill of walking the halls of Congress never grows old.

James Conway
Partner
Washington, D.C.

Warren Dean practices in the field of federal regulation of transportation services, both domestic and international.

Warren Dean practices in the field of federal regulation of transportation ...

Warren Dean, Jr.
Associate
Washington, D.C.

Dani focuses her practice on assisting clients in the life sciences and healthcare industries.

Dani focuses her practice on assisting clients in the life sciences an...

Danielle Elks
Partner
Washington, D.C.

A former deputy general counsel for a private university, Scott understands the unique challenges that our higher education clients face and how to best help them achieve...

A former deputy general counsel for a private university, Scott understands...

Scott Goldschmidt
Partner
Washington, D.C.

Hospitals, health systems, physicians and other health care clients look to Milada, an attorney and registered nurse, for critical assistance on a range of complex regula...

Hospitals, health systems, physicians and other health care clients look to...

Milada Goturi
Partner
Washington, D.C. |
Los Angeles

Ed advocates for his clients across the country focusing on intellectual property, trade secrets, corporate technology, licensing, patent strategy, trademark prosecution,...

Ed advocates for his clients across the country focusing on intellectual pr...

Ed Gray
Legislative Director
Washington, D.C.

As a relentless builder of strategic networks, Ben leverages his bipartisan connections in Washington and throughout the country to connect clients to Congress, the Admin...

As a relentless builder of strategic networks, Ben leverages his bipartisan...

Ben Grove
Partner
Washington, D.C.

With her wealth of knowledge and experience in the field of electric transmission and generation, Jesse is a highly sought-after advisor for clients seeking to navigate t...

With her wealth of knowledge and experience in the field of electric transm...

Jesse Halpern
Senior Counsel
Washington, D.C.

Benjamin is a corporate advisor and business strategist for a wide variety of privately-held businesses, manufacturers, financial institutions, and nonprofits.

Benjamin is a corporate advisor and business strategist for a wide variety ...

Benjamin Hulsey
Advisor
Washington, D.C.

Jack combines his policy and communications experience to help clients meet their legislative and regulatory goals.

Jack combines his policy and communications experience to help clients meet...

Jack Jacobson
Partner
Washington, D.C.

Matt's practice focuses on maritime and trade finance and related United States government guarantee programs.

Matt's practice focuses on maritime and trade finance and related United St...

Matthew Kaiser
Partner
Washington, D.C.

Katie advises public transit agencies around the country on a variety of regulatory and compliance issues, including public sector procurement, project delivery, Buy Amer...

Katie advises public transit agencies around the country on a variety of re...

Katie Kraft
Senior Counsel
Washington, D.C.

Margie's practice spans more than 30 years representing borrowers, lenders, lessors, and lessees in structuring, negotiating, and closing financing transactions, includin...

Margie's practice spans more than 30 years representing borrowers, lenders,...

Margie Krumholz
Law Clerk
Washington, D.C.

Joyce focuses on representing higher education institutions in complex litigation and regulatory matters.

Joyce focuses on representing higher education institutions in complex liti...

Joyce Lee
Senior Counsel
Washington, D.C.

A successful negotiator and litigator, Peter is well-versed in the broad range of issues affecting the electric utility industry.

A successful negotiator and litigator, Peter is well-versed in the broad ra...

Peter Matt
Partner
Washington, D.C.

Sean helps his clients navigate the complex web of federal regulations that affect their transportation and export operations.

Sean helps his clients navigate the complex web of federal regulations that...

Sean McGowan
Partner
Washington, D.C. |
Los Angeles

Meg advises and represents municipally-owned utilities across the nation as a sought-after legal counsel on Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) matters.

Meg advises and represents municipally-owned utilities across the nation as...

Meg McNaul
Partner
Washington, D.C.

Clients have consistently praised Emily for her "practical, common sense solutions" and "natural instincts" for deal flow.

Clients have consistently praised Emily for her "practical, common sense so...

Emily Wang Murphy
Partner
Washington, D.C.

Chris came to Washington to attend college and has been at the intersection of politics and education ever since.

Chris came to Washington to attend college and has been at the intersection...

Christopher Murray
Partner
Washington, D.C.

Jeff's practice focuses extensively on all aspects of government contracts, federal and state procurement, and administrative law and litigation.

Jeff's practice focuses extensively on all aspects of government contracts,...

Jeff Newman
Counsel
Washington, D.C. |
New York

Kristin is a versatile commercial real estate and finance attorney, concentrating her practice in all aspects of commercial real estate finance and development.

Kristin is a versatile commercial real estate and finance attorney, concent...

Kristin Niver
Senior Counsel
Washington, D.C.

Kym works with companies in their dealings and contractual relationships with Federal government agencies.

Kym works with companies in their dealings and contractual relationships wi...

Kym Nucci
Partner
Chicago |
Washington, D.C.

Matt is a highly experienced energy attorney who helps cooperative and municipal electric utilities and regulated pipeline clients across the country navigate federal and...

Matt is a highly experienced energy attorney who helps cooperative and muni...

Matt Rudolphi
Partner
Washington, D.C.

Jayna advises companies, transportation authorities, educational institutions, and other entities regarding their rights and obligations when doing business with or recei...

Jayna advises companies, transportation authorities, educational institutio...

Jayna Marie Rust
Partner
Washington, D.C.

Ken has spent his entire legal career in the public and private sectors in Washington, DC and has a thorough understanding and appreciation of how lobbying can advance cl...

Ken has spent his entire legal career in the public and private sectors in ...

Ken Salomon
Partner
Washington, D.C.

Robert counsels clients in all aspects of international transactions with a focus on the trade and shipment of goods.

Robert counsels clients in all aspects of international transactions with a...

Robert Shapiro
Partner
Washington, D.C.

Rebecca represents municipal and cooperative electric utilities in complex electric rate proceedings before FERC.

Rebecca represents municipal and cooperative electric utilities in complex ...

Rebecca Shelton
Partner
Washington, D.C.

Jane serves as counsel to transit agencies across the country on a range of issues including funding, project development, and procurement.

Jane serves as counsel to transit agencies across the country on a range of...

Jane Sutter Starke
Partner
Washington, D.C.

Ray is a member of the Corporate and Securities, Government Contracts and Tax practice groups.

Ray is a member of the Corporate and Securities, Government Contracts and T...

Ray Stewart
Partner
Washington, D.C.

Roger represents institutions of higher education in a wide array of regulatory, accreditation, and operational issues.

Roger represents institutions of higher education in a wide array of regula...

Roger Swartzwelder
Associate
Washington, D.C.

Throughout her career, Hope has always found ways to help public institutions achieve their goals.

Throughout her career, Hope has always found ways to help public institutio...

Hope Watson
Counsel
Washington, D.C.

Katie handles a wide variety of regulatory and transactional work for the nonprofit and for-profit higher education sector, including online education programs, and has e...

Katie handles a wide variety of regulatory and transactional work for the n...

Katie Wendel
Associate
Washington, D.C.

Jecoliah leverages her practical background in natural resource management to assist energy clients with a variety of regulatory issues.

Jecoliah leverages her practical background in natural resource management ...

Jecoliah Williams
Senior Counsel
Washington, D.C.

Kent practices in the surface transportation area, with emphasis on major public transit and highway projects, procurement, federal regulatory requirements, and transit l...

Kent practices in the surface transportation area, with emphasis on major p...

Kent Woodman
Associate
Washington, D.C.

Yasmin is a dynamic and accomplished legal professional, bringing her knowledge to the forefront as an associate in the International Trade and Transportation, and Regula...

Yasmin is a dynamic and accomplished legal professional, bringing her knowl...

Yasmin Younis