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As a result of our collective experience working in and with the government, we provide valuable insight and a vast network of contacts.

Thompson Coburn has a strong regulatory and administrative law practice that covers the industries and services that most frequently interact with government entities—banking, transportation, aviation, energy, international trade and securities. 

In addition, our attorneys continue the firm’s rich tradition of being active in federal and state politics, government agencies and public service. As a result of our collective experience working in and with the government, we provide valuable insight and a vast network of contacts that we put to work on behalf of our clients in the many aspects of regulatory and legislative processes.

Our lawyers have decades of experience and represent clients in a wide variety of complex and critical regulatory issues arising before federal agencies and courts, the U.S. Congress and international bodies. These issues have involved compliance, competition and antitrust proceedings, safety and environmental regulation, licensing, joint ventures and international services. Our administrative law practice includes all aspects of administrative proceedings and judicial review of agency action.

Our attorneys practice before many federal regulatory agencies within departments and independent commissions of the U.S. government—the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC), the Surface Transportation Board (STB), the Department of Commerce, the Department of Homeland Security, the Department of State, the Department of Health and Human Services, the Department of the Treasury, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the International Trade Commission (ITC), the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), the U.S. Postal Service (USPS), the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC).

TCLE

Affirmative Action in Higher Education: Impact of SFFA v. Harvard and SFFA v. UNC

ED’s Proposed Financial Value Transparency and Gainful Employment Rule

A review of ED’s new third-party servicer guidance and suggestions for public comment

The Higher Education Regulatory Outlook for 2023

ED’s Proposed Borrower Defense to Repayment Rule: A Detailed Examination

ED’s Increased Scrutiny of College Contracts with Online Program Managers

The Higher Education Regulatory Outlook for 2022

The Revised FTC Safeguards Rule - What It Means and Why It Is More Important Than You Might Think

Examining ED’s Incentive Compensation Rule

CMMC and 800-171 in Government Contracting and Higher Education

The Regulatory Outlook for Higher Education

Election Day Impacts for Cyber and Privacy

Title IX Module 6: Title IX Appeals

Title IX Module 5: Title IX Determinations

Title IX Module 4: Title IX Hearings

Title IX Module 3: Title IX Investigations & Informal Resolutions

Title IX Module 2: Formal Complaints of Title IX Sexual Harassment

Title IX Module 1: An Introduction to Managing Title IX Sexual Harassment on Campus

USED’s New Title IX Rule: A Detailed Examination

The CARES Act for Higher Education: Strategy and Implementation

A Year-End Roundup of USED Rulemaking Activity

The State of Cannabis in the States: A Federal Overview

A Midsummer Update on USED Rulemaking Activity

USED’s Proposed Title IX Rules: A Detailed Examination

PURPA Policies Then and Now: The Latest Developments for Electric Utilities

Blog Posts

Department of Education moves to make owners, investors, and controlling parties responsible for college and university liabilities

Colleges should prepare: ED loan discharge letters on the way

New USED Gainful Employment rule warrants immediate attention

Missouri’s 2018 medical cannabis initiatives: Part 2 – Business

Missouri’s 2018 medical cannabis initiatives: Part 1 – The basics

Blog Browse: CBD drugs moved to Schedule 5; no promises for cannabis

CBD drugs moved to Schedule 5; no promises for cannabis

Making sense of California’s ban on industrial hemp in food products

Private student loan laws: Compliance and consequences

Gainful Employment and the AACS court decision: What it means for schools

Podcasts

Episode 8: Arthur Frisch and Robert Sweeting on drone deliveries in the Bahamas

Episode 7: Tomislav Žigo of Clayco on drone use in commercial construction

Publications

CSB’s new accidental release reporting rule expands facilities’ reporting obligations

‘Dark Air': Why industries should prepare for regulation of PFAS air emissions

A government contractors’ checklist for building a FAR combating-trafficking compliance plan

What U.S. businesses need to know about new restrictions on Huawei and the ICT supply chain

NAFTA, tariffs and trade wars: Are you ready to do battle in Missouri?

EPA announces ‘adjacent’ under Clean Air Act now limited to physical proximity

Seven steps to avoid the new waves of Chinese tariffs on industrial goods

Lucia v. SEC: With Janus and Wayfair, a herald of further challenges to administrative enforcement and rulemaking?

3 compliance obligations you may not know you have

Something there is that doesn’t love a regulation

21st Century Cures Act overrules IRS guidance on HRAs, enhances enforcement of Mental Health Parity Act

Recent guidance issued on mental health parity and tobacco cessation programs

March 1 is just around the corner – Have you installed transgender restroom signs?

Summary and implications of proposed 'Counteracting Russian Hostilities Act of 2017'

EEOC issues guidance on new wellness notice mandated for 2017

Trademark Office warns about deceptive trademark-related solicitations

EPA reveals first 10 chemicals to be reviewed under a more robust toxic substances act

Missouri Supreme Court resets the rules for collecting leaking underground storage tank cleanup costs in litigation

Developments in aircraft and marine finance for 2016

U.K. now requires supply chain transparency on human trafficking risks

Doing business in California or the UK? You may be required to be a watchdog for human trafficking

OSHA issues guidelines for restroom use by transgender employees

Time crunch: OSHA shortens reporting deadlines for workplace injuries

What does the Noel Canning decision mean for you?

Partner
Washington, D.C.

As counsel to a variety of electric industry participants, Josh helps clients navigate state and federal regulatory processes and resolve complex transactional and ratema...

As counsel to a variety of electric industry participants, Josh helps clien...

Josh Adrian
Senior Counsel
Washington, D.C.

Over the past 30 years, Tony has been a legal advisor to many of the nation's largest transit systems.

Over the past 30 years, Tony has been a legal advisor to many of the nation...

Tony Anderson
Senior Counsel
Washington, D.C.

Jonathan focuses on regulatory issues and litigation affecting domestic and international maritime and shipping matters, as well as international trade regulation issues ...

Jonathan focuses on regulatory issues and litigation affecting domestic and...

Jonathan Benner
Partner
Washington, D.C.

Tyler is an experienced international trade and regulatory attorney who provides comprehensive guidance to clients regarding the impact of federal law and regulations on ...

Tyler is an experienced international trade and regulatory attorney who pro...

Tyler Black
Senior Counsel
Washington, D.C.

Bonnie advises and advocates for clients on wholesale electric market rules and transmission access and pricing issues.

Bonnie advises and advocates for clients on wholesale electric market rules...

Bonnie Blair
Partner
Washington, D.C.

Eileen is a successful negotiator and strategist who focuses on her clients' goals while keeping an eye on the big picture.

Eileen is a successful negotiator and strategist who focuses on her clients...

Eileen Brown
Partner
Washington, D.C.

Adrienne represents clients in electric and natural gas pipeline matters, and counsels on compliance and enforcement.

Adrienne represents clients in electric and natural gas pipeline matters, a...

Adrienne Clair
Associate
Washington, D.C.

Evelyn focuses on international trade and regulatory compliance to guide clients through federal law and regulations impacting domestic and international transactions.

Evelyn focuses on international trade and regulatory compliance to guide cl...

Evelyn Clark
Partner
Chicago

John provides practical, strategic advice to clients on governmental and business matters.

John provides practical, strategic advice to clients on governmental and bu...

John Cullerton
Partner
Washington, D.C.

Warren Dean practices in the field of federal regulation of transportation services, both domestic and international.

Warren Dean practices in the field of federal regulation of transportation ...

Warren Dean, Jr.
Partner
Washington, D.C.

Matt's practice focuses on maritime and trade finance and related United States government guarantee programs.

Matt's practice focuses on maritime and trade finance and related United St...

Matthew Kaiser
Partner
Washington, D.C.

Katie advises public transit agencies around the country on a variety of regulatory and compliance issues, including public sector procurement, project delivery, Buy Amer...

Katie advises public transit agencies around the country on a variety of re...

Katie Kraft
Senior Counsel
Washington, D.C.

Margie's practice spans more than 30 years representing borrowers, lenders, lessors, and lessees in structuring, negotiating, and closing financing transactions, includin...

Margie's practice spans more than 30 years representing borrowers, lenders,...

Margie Krumholz
Partner
St. Louis

The Chair of Thompson Coburn's Higher Education Practice, Aaron assists institutions to navigate a wide range of complex legal and regulatory matters.

The Chair of Thompson Coburn's Higher Education Practice, Aaron assists ins...

Aaron Lacey
Partner
St. Louis

Scott represents government contractors in disputes with federal and state governments, including bid protests, Contract Disputes Act claims, and suspension and debarment...

Scott represents government contractors in disputes with federal and state ...

Scott Lane
Partner
St. Louis

Rick advises companies and individuals on a variety of federal (domestic and international), state and local tax matters.

Rick advises companies and individuals on a variety of federal (domestic an...

Rick Lawton
Partner
Washington, D.C.

Sean helps his clients navigate the complex web of federal regulations that affect their transportation and export operations.

Sean helps his clients navigate the complex web of federal regulations that...

Sean McGowan
Partner
Washington, D.C. |
Los Angeles

Meg advises and represents municipally-owned utilities across the nation as a sought-after legal counsel on Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) matters.

Meg advises and represents municipally-owned utilities across the nation as...

Meg McNaul
Partner
Washington, D.C.

Clients have consistently praised Emily for her "practical, common sense solutions" and "natural instincts" for deal flow.

Clients have consistently praised Emily for her "practical, common sense so...

Emily Wang Murphy
Partner
Washington, D.C.

Chris came to Washington to attend college and has been at the intersection of politics and education ever since.

Chris came to Washington to attend college and has been at the intersection...

Christopher Murray
Partner
Washington, D.C.

Jeff's practice focuses extensively on all aspects of government contracts, federal and state procurement, and administrative law and litigation.

Jeff's practice focuses extensively on all aspects of government contracts,...

Jeff Newman
Senior Counsel
Washington, D.C.

Kym works with companies in their dealings and contractual relationships with Federal government agencies.

Kym works with companies in their dealings and contractual relationships wi...

Kym Nucci
Partner
Chicago |
Washington, D.C.

Matt is a highly experienced energy attorney who helps cooperative and municipal electric utilities and regulated pipeline clients across the country navigate federal and...

Matt is a highly experienced energy attorney who helps cooperative and muni...

Matt Rudolphi
Partner
Washington, D.C.

Jayna advises companies, transportation authorities, educational institutions, and other entities regarding their rights and obligations when doing business with or recei...

Jayna advises companies, transportation authorities, educational institutio...

Jayna Marie Rust
Partner
Washington, D.C.

Ken has spent his entire legal career in the public and private sectors in Washington, DC and has a thorough understanding and appreciation of how lobbying can advance cl...

Ken has spent his entire legal career in the public and private sectors in ...

Ken Salomon
Partner
St. Louis

Claire is a litigator focusing in health care fraud and abuse, False Claims Act litigation, and other complex white-collar litigation.

Claire is a litigator focusing in health care fraud and abuse, False Claims...

Claire Schenk
Senior Counsel
St. Louis

Linda advises companies that provide goods or services to the federal government; she also has extensive experience in business immigration matters.

Linda advises companies that provide goods or services to the federal gover...

Linda Shapiro
Partner
Washington, D.C.

Robert counsels clients in all aspects of international transactions with a focus on the trade and shipment of goods.

Robert counsels clients in all aspects of international transactions with a...

Robert Shapiro
Partner
Washington, D.C.

Rebecca represents municipal and cooperative electric utilities in complex electric rate proceedings before FERC.

Rebecca represents municipal and cooperative electric utilities in complex ...

Rebecca Shelton
Partner
Washington, D.C.

Jane serves as counsel to transit agencies across the country on a range of issues including funding, project development, and procurement.

Jane serves as counsel to transit agencies across the country on a range of...

Jane Sutter Starke
Senior Counsel
Washington, D.C.

Kent practices in the surface transportation area, with emphasis on major public transit and highway projects, procurement, federal regulatory requirements, and transit l...

Kent practices in the surface transportation area, with emphasis on major p...

Kent Woodman