Federal Government Affairs

Representative attorneys and Professionals

Womble Carlyle’s government relations team includes more than two dozen professionals, including a former governor and a former member of
Congress, as well as senior advisors with careers in government, law, political campaigns, and media.

Hon. Deborah D. Pryce: Rep. Pryce served eight terms representing Ohio in the U.S. House of Representatives, earning a reputation as a champion
of economic development and public health. During her tenure in Congress, Rep. Pryce served on numerous committees including the Subcommittee
Hon. Deborah Pryce John Mashburn Peggy Binzer on Capital Markets, Insurance and Government Sponsored Enterprises of the Financial Services Committee, and as the House Republican Conference
Chairman, making her the fourth-highest ranking Member of Congress and the highest-ranking Republican woman in history.

John K. Mashburn: After twenty years of high-level experience on Capitol Hill in both the majority and the minority in the Senate and House, John has
acquired an in-depth knowledge of the substance, development, passage, implementation and enforcement of federal policy on a wide range of issues.
John’s extensive experience—together with his relationships with many of Washington’s key players in and out of government—uniquely positions him
to advise clients on Congressional strategy, the legislative process, and the administrative process in the executive branch.

Margaret C. “Peggy” Binzer: Peggy has more than 15 years experience in food and drug law, including serving as Senior FDA Health Counsel to the
Garrett Perdue James Broughton Mark Harkins Senate Budget Committee on Budget and Health, Labor and Pensions. She has worked extensively on a variety of legal issues related to food, dietary
supplements, pharmaceuticals, food defense, medical devices, biotechnology, veterinary drugs, biodefense, pandemic influenza planning and patient safety.

Garrett R. Perdue: Garrett advocates for clients before federal, state and local government agencies. From North Carolina’s Congressional delegation to

Our Practice: the local city council, Garrett’s strong relationships ensure his clients have a voice at any level of government.

Womble Carlyle’s Federal Government Affairs
group helps clients succeed with creative
solutions and experienced counsel. With a former
governor and congresswoman, as well as senior
advisors with careers in government, law, political
campaigns and media, we do more than just open
doors. We influence policy, build coalitions, shape
James W.C. Broughton, Senior Government Relations Advisor: Jimmy served for 12 years on the staff of U.S. Senator Jesse Helms, the last seven
as Chief of Staff. He was the Senator’s principal spokesperson and coordinated all executive nominations and managed the Senator’s legislative agenda.
Lori Salley Since joining Womble Carlyle, Jimmy has worked on behalf of governmental and corporate clients to advance their federal agendas.
Mark B. Harkins, Senior Government Relations Advisor: Mark spent more than 16 years in key roles as a senior Congressional advisor, including
as Chief of Staff for Rep. Brad Miller, Chairman of the House Science Subcommittee on Investigations and Oversight and member of both the Financial
Services and Foreign Relations Committees; and as senior policy advisor to Rep. David Price, Chairman of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on
Homeland Security.
Lori A. Salley, Senior Government Relations Advisor: Lori is a government affairs professional with more than 17 years of Congressional experience
who works with clients on legislative, communications and community relations strategies. Before coming to Womble Carlyle, she was Chief of Staff for
U.S. Rep. Deborah Pryce.

public opinion and navigate regulatory hurdles. In

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Washington, D.C. Office:
Our bipartisan federal affairs team boasts nearly
a century of combined federal government
experience. Our team consists of a former
member of Congress, former congressional chiefs
of staff and committee staff members, as well as
general counsels in the executive branch with vast
experience in legislative and regulatory affairs.
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Womble Carlyle’s political law practice guides clients
through the complex and fast-changing laws that
govern political activity at the federal, state and local
levels. Our attorneys have extensive experience in the
political arena, and include a former governor, the two
top law enforcement officials from the Federal Election
Commission, and a former corporate lobbyist and PAC
treasurer for a public company and a national trade
association. We represent corporations, trade associations,
527 and other tax-exempt organizations, broadcast/mass
media organizations, professional partnerships, candidates
(incumbents and challengers), candidate committees
(including Leadership PACs) and individuals.
Since the firm’s founding in 1876, our attorneys have been at the forefront
of government affairs in the Tarheel state. For example, in 1904, North
Carolinians elected as their governor, Robert Glenn, an early partner with
the firm. Today, Womble Carlyle continues its ties to the Capital with Jim
Hunt, the state’s only four-term governor, now a member in the Raleigh
office of the firm, as well as Burley Mitchell, the former Chief Justice
of the North Carolina Supreme Court, also in Raleigh. In addition, one
member of the Government Affairs practice is ranked among the state’s 10
most influential lobbyists by the North Carolina Center for Public Policy
Research—Sandy Sands, former senior member of the North Carolina
Senate.
The talents and experience of these and other prominent leaders in our
North Carolina Government Affairs practice give our clients unmatched
expertise and connections to help shape policy, build consensus, guide
public opinion and navigate regulatory hurdles.
Public opinion can be the gateway to greater success. Those who engage it
can take their organizations to new heights. Those who ignore it, do so at
their own peril.
Unlike other law firms, Womble Carlyle can help clients succeed in both
the court of law and the court of public opinion. We bring solutions that are
centered on these three proven principles:
• Speed: First impressions matter, and your ability to quickly define
the terms of the debate can mean the difference between winning
and losing.
• Discipline: A successful communications strategy depends on
identifying a clear message and deploying the right voices to
deliver it.
• Sustainability: Your ability to move public opinion depends on
winning not just tomorrow's news cycle, but every news cycle
necessary to achieve your objective.
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Founded in 1876, Womble Carlyle has evolved into one of the top 100
law firms in the country, providing a full spectrum of legal services to
support the business needs of corporate clients that range from start-up
enterprises to Fortune 500 companies of global scope. In addition, the
firm offers clients a variety of innovative business solutions that include
a unique Case Management Facility designed to help companies win
complex multi-district litigation and reduce costs.
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equally significant role in affecting public image
and perceived value of a company as it prepares
to undertake significant high profile business
ventures. In all of these situations, our lawyers
and communications professionals have assumed
a significant role in helping clients maintain or
enhance their reputations and shareholder value.
Litigation
We have worked closely with countless clients to
prepare company personnel to communicate complex
litigation points accurately and effectively in the media
in cases involving:
• Toxic Torts
• Environmental Catastrophes
• N ational, Statewide and Local Class Actions
• C orporate Investigations
• Regulatory Challenges
• Clinical Trials Litigation
• Whistleblower Litigation
• Antitrust

Corporate Transactions
We have counseled corporate clients in a variety
of industry sectors on managing media relations
during critical business junctures, including:
• Initial and Follow-on Public Offerings
• Corporate Spin-Offs
• Mergers and Acquisitions
• New Product or Service Introductions
• Venture Capital Financings

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