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Exploring the Lobbyist–Client Relationship

August 22, 2021 2:45 amAugust 21, 2021 11:17 pm

By Ray LeBov and Chris Micheli Based upon our years working as both in-house and as contract lobbyists, we offer a series of observations and recommendations regarding the lobbyist-client relationship. Probably the most importance advice we can give is that...

Common Mistakes Made by Lobbyists

August 21, 2021 2:49 amAugust 20, 2021 9:02 pm

By Ray LeBov and Chris Micheli Particularly with new lobbyists, but even with some more experienced ones, there are some common mistakes that are made. We offer some observations and suggestions for addressing some of these common mistakes. Not Reading...

The General Rules of Lobbying

December 29, 2019 6:33 amDecember 28, 2019 4:34 pm

By Ray LeBov and Chris Micheli Many, if not most, lobbyists can articulate their own “rules of lobbying.” We are no different. Based upon our years of experience lobbying the legislative and executive branches of California state government, we have...

Effective Meetings with Legislators and Staff

July 1, 2019 2:20 amJune 30, 2019 11:43 am

Whether a lobbyist or a constituent, it is important when advocating for your position to have effective meetings with elected or appointed officials, as well as their staff. In broad terms, you should consider some of the factors that may...

Investigation of Former Lawmaker Ridley-Thomas Confirms Sexual Harassment

January 18, 2019 5:30 amJanuary 17, 2019 6:31 pm

Four California legislators have resigned since 2017 after facing sexual harassment complaints, while two remain in office. All are Democrats from Southern California. Wednesday afternoon, investigation documents were released about sexual harassment allegations of former Assemblyman Sebastian Ridley-Thomas (D-Los Angeles)....

Apple’s New Top Lobbyist Has Bizarre History of Sock Puppeting

June 26, 2015 12:00 pmMay 23, 2018 3:08 pm

Apple Computer announced yesterday that it is promoting Lisa Jackson, the former head of the Environmental Protection Agency and the computer giant’s top executive on environmental issues, to head all of the company’s policy initiatives. With a new title—vice president of...