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Whiteford Welcomes Political Law & Compliance Partner Heidi Abegg in Washington

Whiteford is pleased to announce that Heidi Abegg has joined the firm as a Partner in Washington. Ms. Abegg brings over twenty years of experience in political law, lobbying compliance, government ethics, campaign finance and nonprofit law at the state and federal levels.
 
"We are thrilled to welcome Heidi to Whiteford," said Jim Kahl, Co-Chair of Whiteford’s Associations, Nonprofits and Political Organizations practice. "She is a highly regarded advisor on lobbying law and tax compliance issues, and her clients look to her on a host of related governance, privacy, employment and tax matters. Her practice aligns exceptionally well with Whiteford’s deep bench of lawyers serving associations, nonprofits and corporate entities of every description."
 
Ms. Abegg works with clients to provide tailored legal solutions to complex compliance issues, especially in the integration of law and public policy, including the opportunities and challenges nonprofit entities face in government relations, grassroots advocacy, political campaigns and strategic communications. Her clients include charities, social welfare organizations, trade associations, political committees, donors, lobbyists, consultants, and unregistered political organizations. She regularly advises on the Federal Election Campaign Act, the Lobbying Disclosure Act, and related federal, state, and local laws.

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