Legislative and Government Affairs
In addition to traditional legal counsel, the firm provides clients with advice on legislative and other governmental affairs issues. During the Georgia General Assembly, we monitor legislative actions on topics of interest to our clients and provide updates as necessary. When the General Assembly is not in session, we keep informed of potential new legislation by attending study committee meetings and the like.
In the public utilities arena, we regularly attend all meetings of the Georgia Public Service Commission and its committees. We report to our utility clients on matters of interest and proceedings in which they may need to intervene. In an effort to provide utilities as much input into processes and rulemakings as possible, the Public Service Commission conducts workshops on various issues. We attend relevant workshops on behalf of our clients as may be required.
When clients' needs demand, we assist them in navigating state government and arrange conferences with public officials. In conjunction with our clients, we draft proposed legislation for consideration by governing bodies.