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Government Relations & Lobbying Law Firms

2,375 law firms worldwide practising Government Relations & Lobbying. Narrow down by city to find a firm near you.

Legal help with lobbying and government relations

A lobbying and government relations lawyer helps companies, trade groups and non-profits deal with public authorities in a lawful way. The work covers registering as a lobbyist, filing activity and spending reports, advising on gifts and hospitality for officials, preparing submissions to consultations and drafting position papers on proposed laws. These lawyers also run internal compliance checks and handle investigations when a contact with an official is questioned.

Rules on lobbying are national, and some regions or cities add their own. Several countries keep a public transparency register and require lobbyists to disclose clients and budgets. Others have looser codes of conduct. Anti-bribery laws, revolving door rules for former officials and limits on political donations sit alongside them. A company that lobbies in several capitals, or before international bodies, needs to follow each set of rules separately.

Fees are usually hourly or a monthly retainer for ongoing policy work, with fixed fees for registration or a single compliance review. Success fees tied to the outcome of a government decision are restricted or banned in many places, because they can create a conflict of interest, so ask about this early.

Deadlines are frequent. Registration is often required before or soon after the first contact with an official, and periodic reports have fixed filing dates. Late or missing reports can lead to fines or a public listing. Before hiring, ask whether the firm itself is registered for lobbying work, how it handles conflicts with other clients, who will speak to officials and how activity will be reported. Filter by country or city below to find government relations law firms.

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  • Rothera Bray Solicitors LLP

    Nottingham, United Kingdom4.7(120 reviews)Rated 4.7 out of 5
    Unclaimed
    • Construction Disputes
    • International Arbitration
    • Lawsuits & Disputes
    • +85
    Languages
    English
    Price range
    $$
    Founded
    1893
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  • LUTZ Rechtsanwälte

    Stuttgart, Germany4.9(200 reviews)Rated 4.9 out of 5
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    • Construction Disputes
    • International Arbitration
    • Commercial Litigation
    • +133
    Languages
    German, English
    Price range
    $$
    Founded
    1990
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  • Slater Heelis

    Sale, United Kingdom4.6(62 reviews)Rated 4.6 out of 5
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    • Construction Disputes
    • International Arbitration
    • Lawsuits & Disputes
    • +94
    Languages
    English
    Price range
    $$
    Founded
    1773
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  • Aticus Law

    Wilmslow, United Kingdom4.5(198 reviews)Rated 4.5 out of 5
    Unclaimed
    • Construction Disputes
    • International Arbitration
    • Lawsuits & Disputes
    • +100
    Languages
    English
    Price range
    $$
    Founded
    2013
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  • Elliot Mather Solicitors LLP

    Chesterfield, United Kingdom4.1(51 reviews)Rated 4.1 out of 5
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    • Construction Disputes
    • International Arbitration
    • Lawsuits & Disputes
    • +81
    Languages
    English
    Price range
    $$
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  • Malixsana Legal Consultants

    Bahawalpur, Pakistan5(14 reviews)Rated 5 out of 5
    Unclaimed
    • Construction Disputes
    • International Arbitration
    • Lawsuits & Disputes
    • +203
    Languages
    Urdu, English, Panjabi
    Price range
    $$
    Founded
    2006
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  • NH Bayer

    Berlin, Germany4.9(22 reviews)Rated 4.9 out of 5
    Unclaimed
    • Construction Disputes
    • International Arbitration
    • Commercial Litigation
    • +25
    Languages
    German, English
    Price range
    $$
    Founded
    1863
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  • KSME Rechtsanwälte

    Rostock, Germany4.8(19 reviews)Rated 4.8 out of 5
    Unclaimed
    • Construction Disputes
    • International Arbitration
    • Lawsuits & Disputes
    • +81
    Languages
    English
    Price range
    $$
    Founded
    1974
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  • Sahal Law Firm

    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia5(1 review)Rated 5 out of 5
    Legal 500 rankedUnclaimed
    • Construction Disputes
    • International Arbitration
    • Lawsuits & Disputes
    • +72
    Languages
    English, Arabic
    Price range
    $$
    Founded
    2015
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  • Adeola Oyinlade & Co

    Ado-Ekiti, Nigeria5(1 review)Rated 5 out of 5
    Legal 500 rankedUnclaimed
    • Construction Disputes
    • International Arbitration
    • Lawsuits & Disputes
    • +131
    Languages
    English, Yoruba, Hausa
    Price range
    $$
    Founded
    2014
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  • Adroit Law LLP

    Nairobi, Kenya5(6 reviews)Rated 5 out of 5
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    • Construction Disputes
    • International Arbitration
    • Commercial Litigation
    • +95
    Languages
    English, Swahili
    Price range
    $$
    Founded
    2021
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  • Grant Smith Law Practice

    Buckie, United Kingdom3.4(39 reviews)Rated 3.4 out of 5
    Unclaimed
    • Family
    • Family Mediation
    • Property Division
    • +68
    Languages
    English
    Price range
    $$
    Founded
    1993
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  • ABF Law Firm LLP

    Khobar, Saudi Arabia
    Legal 500 rankedUnclaimed
    • Construction Disputes
    • International Arbitration
    • Lawsuits & Disputes
    • +132
    Languages
    Arabic, English, Chinese
    Price range
    $$
    Founded
    2021
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  • AKT Advisor LLP

    Casablanca, Morocco5(3 reviews)Rated 5 out of 5
    Unclaimed
    • Construction Disputes
    • International Arbitration
    • Lawsuits & Disputes
    • +117
    Languages
    French, Arabic, English
    Price range
    $$
    Founded
    2022
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  • Avv. Alfredo Esposito

    Naples, Italy5(3 reviews)Rated 5 out of 5
    Unclaimed
    • Construction Disputes
    • International Arbitration
    • Commercial Litigation
    • +34
    Languages
    Italian, English, Spanish
    Price range
    $$
    Founded
    2021
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  • Mannan Law Associates

    Gujranwala, Pakistan5(4 reviews)Rated 5 out of 5
    Unclaimed
    • Construction Disputes
    • International Arbitration
    • Commercial Litigation
    • +104
    Languages
    English, Urdu
    Price range
    $$
    Founded
    2013
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Government Relations & Lobbying law firms: key facts

Law firms
2,374
Average rating
4.9 ★
Top language
English
Typical price
$$
Legal 500 ranked
108

Lexrova lists 2,374 Government Relations & Lobbying law firms worldwide. 67 of them have a public rating, averaging 4.9 out of 5.

Cities with the most Government Relations & Lobbying firms are Lahore (11), Nairobi (11), Central (11), Jakarta (11) and Admiralty (9).

Languages are listed for 2,357 firms; the most common are English (2,330), Spanish (76), French (67), Arabic (61) and Chinese (51).

Of the firms that publish an indicative price range, 100% describe themselves as moderate ($$). Always ask for a written quote for your matter - see our guide to lawyer fees.

108 firms are ranked in The Legal 500. The longest-established firm listed was founded in 1736.

Frequently asked questions

How many Government Relations & Lobbying law firms worldwide are there?

Lexrova lists 2,374 Government Relations & Lobbying law firms worldwide. 67 of them have a public rating (average 4.9/5).

Which are the top-rated Government Relations & Lobbying law firms worldwide?

Based on publicly available ratings, the highest rated include Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy (5★, 24 reviews), Graml & Kollegen Rechtsanwälte Regensburg (5★, 18 reviews) and Malixsana Legal Consultants (5★, 14 reviews). Ratings are one signal - check practice areas and ask about experience with matters like yours.

Can I find a Government Relations & Lobbying lawyer who speaks my language?

Yes. The languages listed most often are English, Spanish, French, Arabic and Chinese. Each profile shows the languages the firm works in.

How much does a Government Relations & Lobbying lawyer cost?

Fees depend on the firm, the lawyer's seniority and the complexity of the matter. Among firms that publish a price range here, the most common is moderate ($$). Ask for a written estimate and the fee basis (hourly, fixed or contingency) before you start - our guide to lawyer fees explains the options.

How do I choose the right Government Relations & Lobbying law firm?

Start from your issue and location, compare practice areas, languages and recognitions, and ask about fees in writing. Our guide on choosing a law firm in another country has a step-by-step checklist.