North America - United States • Government
Hogan Lovells US LLP
Leveraging strong relationships at all government levels and within regulatory bodies, Hogan Lovells US LLP fields a considerably-sized team of professionals well-positioned to assist an array of clients, ranging from sovereign governments to corporations and individuals. International relations feature prominently in the team’s work, and crosses over into traditional strengths in international trade, automotive, tax, financial services, and life sciences and healthcare. Practice head Aaron Cutler splits his time between lobbying and congressional investigations, gravitating towards the energy and financial services sectors, and assisting hedge funds and private equity clients. Former Senator Norm Coleman realizes his specialism in foreign sovereign work, and has recently expanded his reach into the tech space, preparing individuals to testify before committees in congressional investigations. Ivan Zapien drives the group’s relationship with Walmart, and has strong links to the Congressional Hispanic Caucus, frequently undertaking work related to Latin America and Mexico on behalf of clients. Cybil Roehrenbeck is the resident healthcare specialist, further specializing in representing the AI Healthcare Coalition. Michael Bell leads on FEC and LDA compliance, employing transportation, judiciary, IP, and automotive experience in assisting Nissan. Jamie Wickett is a tax guru and leading expert on the Inflation Reduction Act, and is in demand in the automotive, energy, and mining sectors. Counsel Ari Fridman draws on previous experience in the House Foreign Affairs Committee in supporting foreign sovereign clients, as well as advising on congressional investigations.
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- ‘Very actively engage/communicate with the client from the early stage of the project as a team.’
- ‘The team is comprised of experts from each field that helps the team offer creative and well-thought out solutions for the client.’
- ‘Great engagement and feedback to client, clear communication, excellent knowledge on specific topics.’
Key clients
- Nissan North America
- Walmart Inc.
- Talon Metals
- CNX Resources Inc.
- Xcel Energy
- AI Healthcare Coalition
- Sanmina Inc.
Work highlights
- Acted as trusted advisor to Walmart, focusing on establishing and nourishing relationships with Democrats on Capitol Hill, and engaging with Congress in the areas of privacy, immigration, trade, and foreign policy as it relates to Central America.
- Advised Nissan on a wide variety of regulatory and legislative issues, including the drafting in Congress of every major tax bill affecting the US auto industry, particularly concerning electric vehicles and manufacturing credits in the IRA.
- Assisted the AI Healthcare Coalition with securing a major regulatory win in the 2023 Medicare OPPS final rule.
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Practice head
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Aaron Cutler