LEGISLATIVE AND GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS SERVICES

The firm's representation of clients before State and local agencies has earned us a strong reputation as successful client advocates. We have represented, and continue to represent, a broad range of clients-such as those involved in health care, homeowner associations, banking and construction. We have successfully represented these clients in many matters ranging from taxation to legislative proposals.

On the state level, our legislative attorneys draft, introduce and lobby for the passage of beneficial legislation. We regularly attend legislative hearings and sessions to provide clients with prompt access to information and elected officials. We assist clients in developing a legislative agenda and work with clients to identify impending legislation which, if passed, may have a negative impact on their industry.

On the local level, we assist clients with planning and zoning problems, register subdivision plots and obtain subdivision public reports, among other matters. We also assist clients in local sales and property tax administrative hearings and lobbying efforts.

Our diverse practice allows us to draw from the experience of our many practice groups when dealing with technical areas. Our clients have the advantage not only of our technical expertise, but our extensive community and legislative contacts necessary to be successful in this practice area.

Our Legislative and Government Affairs Services practice has been involved in the following types of matters, among others:

• Lobby, draft and present legislation on health care related issues.
• Lobby, draft and present legislation in insurance law related issues.
• Lobby, draft and present tax-related issues
• Represent clients at property tax valuation hearings.
• Represent clients before the Registrar of Contractors.
• Represent financial institutions before the Arizona Department of Banking.
• Represent clients on planning and zoning issues.

Firm Professionals in this Practice Area

     John P. Kaites

     James R. Hienton

     William G. Ridenour

     Brent J. Oenning