ABA Section of Administrative Law and Regulatory Practice LAW, ETHICS, AND STRATEGY IN TODAY S LEGISLATIVE ENVIRONMENT

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1 ABA Section of Administrative Law and Regulatory Practice LOBBYING LAW, ETHICS, AND STRATEGY IN TODAY S LEGISLATIVE ENVIRONMENT The Second Annual Administrative Law and Regulatory Practice Institute April 6 7, 2006

2 PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS Through a combination of panel presentations, lectures, and a case study centered on real facts, the program provides information and guidance applicable to your everyday practice. Whether your client is a trade association, corporation, or the government, this program delivers the knowledge and techniques to lobby ethically and effectively. AN INSIDE VIEW Course instructors will share strategies and lessons learned. You will come away with a game-plan for achieving optimal results for your client. EXPERT FACULTY The faculty is comprised of experienced lobbyists and academics who study the legislative process, including Professor William Luneburg, and practitioner Thomas Susman, co-editors of the leading text, The Lobbying Manual. Brought to you by The American Bar Association Section of Administrative Law and Regulatory Practice Section Chair Eleanor D. Kinney Program Chairs John Hardin Young Thomas Susman

3 INSTITUTE FACULTY Antoinette C. Bush Skadden Arps Slate Meagher & Flom LLP Frank Clemente Director Public Citizen s Congress Watch Robert Drummer President, Drummer & Associates Penny Farthing Patton Boggs, LLP Mike Fulton Executive Vice President of Government Relations Golin Harris Linda Gustitus Former Chief of Staff to Senator Carl Levin Cheri Jacobus President Capitol Strategies Otto Hetzel Adjunct Professor Wayne State University William Luneburg Professor University Of Pittsburgh School of Law and Co-Editor of The Lobbying Manual Pittsburgh, PA David Lytel Vice President of Campaign Strategy e-advocates Fred McClure Sonnenschein Nath & Rosenthal LLP Meredith McGehee Director, Media Policy Program Campaign Legal Center Paul Miller President American League of Lobbyists Evan Morris Executive Director Roche AAG Joseph Sandler Sandler, Reiff & Young, P.C. David W. Schnare Attorney U.S. EPA Thomas Susman Ropes & Gray, LLP and Co-Editor of The Lobbying Manual Joseph (Jody) Trapasso Senior Counsel Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman, LLP John Hardin (Jack) Young Counsel Sandler, Reiff & Young, P.C. and Executive Vice President, Secorix, Inc.

4 ADMINISTRATIVE LAW & REGULATORY PRACTICE INSTITUTE LOBBYING LAW, ETHICS, AND STRATEGY IN TODAY S LEGISLATIVE ENVIRONMENT Wyndham Washington Hotel, April 6 & 7, 2006 This practice-oriented program will provide lawyers, lobbyists, government relations specialists, and government attorneys with the knowledge and techniques to master the lobbying process. This program will focus on the complex legal requirements and ethical dilemmas that arise in the lobbying process. The speakers and panelists are among the leading lobbyists, scholars, and lawyers in the field. As part of the registration fee, each participant will receive a copy of the Administrative Law Section s best-seller Lobbying Manual 3rd Edition A Complete Guide to Federal Laws Governing Lawyers and Lobbyists (a $149 value). THURSDAY, APRIL 6, :00 am Registration and Continental Breakfast 9:00 am Introductions Eleanor Kinney John Hardin Young 9:10 am Everything You Need to Know About the Law of Lobbying Legal Ground Rules for Lobbyists, Congress and Government Employees Professor William V. Luneburg Topics addressed in this session include: Registration Thresholds Under the Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) Registration Statements and Periodic Reports Administration of the LDA in the Senate and House Enforcement of the LDA Recent Amendments (or proposed amendments) to the LDA Recent Changes (or proposed changes) in other federal lobbying restrictions 10:30 am Break

5 10:45 am The Art of Lobbying Effective Tactics & Techniques Linda Gustitus 12:15 pm Luncheon Keynote Speaker: The Honorable Abner J. Mikva Abner J. Mikva served as White House Counsel from October 1, 1994 until November 1, Prior to his appointment, he served as Chief Judge on the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit. He was appointed to the bench on September 27, 1979, and became Chief Judge on January 21, Before coming to the bench, he was elected to Congress for five terms, representing portions of Chicago and its suburbs. Judge Mikva served on both the Ways and Means Committee and the Judiciary Committee while in Congress. He started his political career in 1956 in the Illinois House of Representatives, where he served five consecutive terms. 2:00 pm The Congressional Viewpoint Featured Speaker: The Honorable William Delahunt (D-MA) 2:30 pm Ethical Dilemmas Faced by Lawyers, Lobbyists, Government Employees & Clients Topics include: Practical Advice on the Dos and Don ts Complying with Gift, Travel & Entertainment Rules Lobbying Former Employers Complying with Rules of Professional Conduct Penny Farthing Joseph (Jody) S. Trapasso Joseph E. Sandler Moderator: Robert Drummer 3:45 pm Introduction of the Case Study: Lobbyist A Otto Hetzel David Schnare Following recent headlines, this case study will present attendees with thought-provoking questions about legal and ethical dilemmas faced in the lobbying process. 4:00 5:15 pm Small Group Discussions of the Case Study: Practical and Ethical Considerations in the Lobbying Process Following the introduction of the case study, participants will breakup into small groups for in-depth discussion of the issues. Small Groups: A. Lobbyists B. Legislative Branch Executives C. Government Agency Executives D. Trade Association Executives 5:30 6:30 pm Reception

6 FRIDAY, APRIL 7, :00 am Continental Breakfast 9:00 am The Second Annual Distinguished Lecture on Administrative Law and Regulatory Practice Lobbying in the 21st Century How Have Things Changed, and Why? Thomas M. Susman Tom Susman is a partner in the Washington, DC office of Ropes & Gray LLP, where he conducts a diverse legislative and regulatory practice. Before joining Ropes & Gray in 1981, Tom served on Capitol Hill for over 11 years. He was Chief Counsel to the Senate Subcommittee on Administrative Practice and Procedure and General Counsel to the Antitrust Subcommittee and to the Senate Judiciary Committee. Tom teaches Lobbying and Legislative Process at the American University s Washington College of Law, has frequently been called upon to testify before Congress, and has consulted with the governments of Shanghai, China and Peru on open government information and lobbying disclosure laws. He has been active in seeking enactment of legislation, in obtaining appropriations for specific projects, in blocking or amending legislative proposals, and in counseling targets of congressional investigations. Tom is a Past Chair and Fellow of the ABA Administrative Law Section. 10:00 am Conversations With Seasoned Practitioners and Lobbyists: Developing A Winning Strategy Topics include: Winning Within the Rules What To Do When It Appears the Rules Are Not Being Followed War Stories Frank Clemente Fred McClure Antoinette Cook Bush Evan Morris Paul Miller Moderator: Thomas M. Susman 11:30 am Grassroots, Media and Technology in a Lobbying Campaign Topics include: The Influence Industry Goes Electric: Like Dylan in 1965 Not Everyone s Pleased All Organizing is Internet Organizing: Strategies for Building Lists and Getting Attention Integrated Campaigns Break Through: Putting Online, Mail, & Phones Together Influence Industry Start-ups MoveOn, Taking Points Memo, RightMarch, FreeRepublic Taming Texting: Challenging the State in Korea, Philippines, Ukraine Political Podcasting and Webcasting: Edwards, GOP In the Know Show 1:00 pm Adjourn Mike Fulton Cheri Jacobus Meredith McGehee Moderator: David Lytel

7 REGISTRATION INFORMATION Tuition for this program includes a copy of The Lobbying Manual, Third Edition The Complete Guide to Federal Laws Governing Lawyers and Lobbyists (a $149 value). CANCELLATION POLICY Cancellation requests must be received in writing no later than March 15, After March 15, 2006 no refunds will be given. Substitutions will be accepted. LOCATION/HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS The program will be held at the Wyndham Washington Hotel, at 1400 M Street, NW, Participants may reserve a sleeping room at the Wyndham by calling and identifying themselves as part of the ABA Group. The rate is $189 plus tax for a single or double room. Rates are valid April 5 through April 8, CLE CREDIT Applications have been made with all states requiring mandatory CLE credit. The exact number of accredited hours of instruction will be confirmed prior to the start of the program. Please bring your bar ID number to facilitate the CLE sign-in process at the program. Second Annual Administrative Law and Regulatory Practice Institute LOBBYING LAW, ETHICS, AND STRATEGY IN TODAY S LEGISLATIVE ENVIRONMENT APRIL 6 7, 2006 REGISTRATION FORM Wyndham Washington Hotel, 1400 M Street, NW, Name: Title: Company/Affiliation: Address: Phone: FAX: _ Please provide your . Important information regarding the case study will be sent to you via prior to the program. NOTE: Your registration fee for this program includes a copy of the best-seller, The Lobbying Manual The Complete Guide to Federal Laws Governing Lawyers and Lobbyists, Third Edition, a 577 page book valued alone at $149.95! In addition each participant receives a binder of CLE materials. Early Bird Rate on or Late Registration Registration Type Please Circle before March 15, 2006 after March 15, 2006 ABA Admin Law Section Member $350 $400 Non-Admin Law Section Member $400 $450 Government or Academic $220 $260 Congressional Staff or Law Student $99 (does not include $99 (does not include The Lobbying Manual) The Lobbying Manual) The Lobbying Manual, 3rd Edition Special Discount Offer only available through the Institute! $99.95 (a substantial savings off the regular non-member price of $ & remember, you get one copy free with your Institute registration) METHOD OF PAYMENT Check (made payable to the ABA) Visa MasterCard American Express Card Number: Exp. Date: Signature: _ Return this form with payment to: ABA Administrative Law Section, Attn: Lobbying Institute, th Street NW, Washington, DC 20005; Phone: (202) Fax: (202) ashmonr@staff.abanet.org