Climate change lobbying dominated by 10 firms

By Marianne Lavelle and Matthew Lewis

Hundreds of lobbyists are cramming into Room 2123 of the Rayburn House Office Building this week for the House Energy and Commerce Committee

Excerpts from this story referencing "Patton Boggs":

"… e National Milk Producers Federation count themselves among Ogilvy clients.Patton Boggs LLP — 11 Clients If you’re a city, county, or municipal organization s …"

"… like San Diego or King County, Washington — then international law firm Patton Boggs is the place to go. Patton Boggs represented 10 local governments in the f …"

"… ashington — then international law firm Patton Boggs is the place to go. Patton Boggs represented 10 local governments in the first quarter, in addition to chem …"

"… r, in addition to chemical manufacturer INEOS. Nearing a half-century old, Patton Boggs has been the King of K Street since it eclipsed Cassidy & Associates a …"

Washington lobbying giants cash in on health reform debate

By Joe Eaton, M.B. Pell and Aaron Mehta

While patients, taxpayers and lawmakers debate the impact of the health care reform law President Obama signed on Tuesday, one result of the

Excerpts from this story referencing "Patton Boggs":

"… year reveals a host of high-profile Washington concerns — companies like Patton Boggs LLP, Alston & Bird, LLP, Holland & Knight LLP and the Podesta Grou …"

"… e firms, in addition to its in-house lobbyists. Wal-Mart Stores Inc. hired Patton Boggs LLP, Podesta Group Inc, Mehlman Vogel Castagnetti, Inc, and Bryan Cave LLP …"

"… much money in a given contract is devoted to a specific issue.No. 1: Patton Boggs LLP53 clientsHow much clients spent on health care and other issues in 200 …"

"… are and other issues in 2009: $7,675,000Washington’s biggest lobby firm, Patton Boggs represented Wal-Mart Stores Inc., Florida’s Pinellas County, and Bristol …"

The top 10 companies lobbying on climate change

By Marianne Lavelle

Some lobbyists have even more reason than others to be hanging out in Room 2123 of the Rayburn House Office Building this week during the ma

Excerpts from this story referencing "Patton Boggs":

"… om Senate lobbying disclosure forms:Alpine GroupOgilvy Government RelationsPatton Boggs LLPMorgan Meguire, LLCMcBee Strategic ConsultingRyan, MacKinnon, Vasapoli …"

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K Street pushes Chinese textiles interests

By Marina Walker Guevara

Trade issues fuel much of China's lobbying efforts—and few may be more important than textile imports

Excerpts from this story referencing "Patton Boggs":

"… ng and law firms—including Wexler & Walker Public Policy Associates, Patton Boggs, and McDermott Will and Emery LLP—have helped mainland China and Hong Ko …"

"… slightly more than $3 million from the Hong Kong Trade Development Council.Patton Boggs. The firm lobbied Congress and U.S. Customs officials on textiles and bila …"

"… lobbying records show. In one year, the firm collected $250,000. In July, Patton Boggs was hired by the Chinese Embassy in Washington, D.C., to counsel officials …"

Lobbyist PACs hurting for cash following election

By Dave Levinthal

Political cash machines of many top government affairs shops see a slow start to 2014 election cycle.

Excerpts from this story referencing "Patton Boggs":

"… Federal Election Commission records indicates. The PAC sponsored by Patton Boggs, for example, the nation's biggest lobbying firm, ended the 2012 president …"

"… ed the 2010 midterm election cycle with slightly more available cash. Patton Boggs has no comment on its PAC activity, said Kevin O'Neill, dep …"

K Street's investment in the status quo

By Agustín Armendariz and Alex Knott

WASHINGTON, October 27, 2004 — When registered lobbyists dig into their wallets, incumbent senators almost always benefit....

Excerpts from this story referencing "Patton Boggs":

"… ™s campaign received more money—$13,650—from lobbyists associated with Patton Boggs than from lobbyists at any other firm. Patton Boggs’ second largest clie …"

"… byists associated with Patton Boggs than from lobbyists at any other firm. Patton Boggs’ second largest client during the last six years was the Association of …"

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Saudis drop big bucks for Washington influence

By Kevin Bogardus

Saudi Arabia the most active OPEC member on K Street

Excerpts from this story referencing "Patton Boggs":

"… The total cost was nearly $1 million.As one of Qorvis' strategic partners, Patton Boggs, one of Washington's largest law and lobbying shops, performs a mountain o …"

"… g shops, performs a mountain of lobbying work for the Saudis. For example, Patton Boggs lobbyists have met with congressional staffers on behalf of Saudi interest …"

Venezuela head polishes image with oil dollars

By Kevin Bogardus

President Hugo Chavez takes his case to America's streets

Excerpts from this story referencing "Patton Boggs":

"… s who oppose Bush, Venezuela has made overtures to the White House through Patton Boggs, one of Washington's largest legal and lobbying firms. For fees of $670,00 …"

"… st legal and lobbying firms. For fees of $670,000 in this past year alone, Patton Boggs lobbyists advised the Venezuelan president to heat up his own war against …"

China steps up its lobbying game

By Marina Walker Guevara

The Chinese government is hiring the best of the best to advance its agenda

Excerpts from this story referencing "CNOOC":

"… l Co. And Akin Gump was just one of six top-flight lobbying firms hired by CNOOC to push its bid.At Akin Gump, a strike team made up of more than a dozen o …"

"… al editorials and talking points that highlighted the Western qualities of CNOOC, 70 percent of which is owned by the Chinese government. The team drafted …"

"… rat, even stopped by Akin Gump's swanky offices for a personal briefing on CNOOC's bid."The lobbying on CNOOC was particularly intense on both sides," said …"

"… p's swanky offices for a personal briefing on CNOOC's bid."The lobbying on CNOOC was particularly intense on both sides," said Rep. Rick Larsen, D-Wash., o …"

Foreign companies pay to influence U.S. policy

By Julia DiLaura

More than $620 million spent lobbying federal government

Excerpts from this story referencing "Patton Boggs":

"… riod— Interpublic Group of Companies Inc., Piper Rudnick, WPP Group plc, Patton Boggs and Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP—also received the most money …"

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