Seasoned. Passionate. Savvy.
With two decades of experience in election law, public policy, government investigations, and political campaigns, Brian is a sharp, reliable attorney, guiding advocacy organizations, political committees, and tax-exempt entities to operate confidently within the rules that govern political engagement and influence.
From advising on judicial nominations at the US Department of Justice to working on the Obama and Biden Presidential campaigns and Congressional investigations, Brian brings clients a rare, insider’s perspective on the intersection of law, politics, and policy.
Based in Washington, DC and admitted in the District of Columbia and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, he serves as a key resource in the nation’s capital connecting the firm’s political and advocacy work to support clients in New England and nationally.
My goal is to help progressive clients champion their causes strategically and to navigate this uncertain environment confidently within the law. Clarity and compliance are not obstacles—they’re the foundation for lasting impact.
What he's great at
Brian provides full-spectrum legal and strategic counsel to nonprofit and political clients engaged in issue advocacy, electoral activity, and lobbying:
- Campaign Finance & Election Law: Advising PACs, nonprofits, candidates, and other political committees on campaign finance laws, including compliance with the Federal Election Campaign Act and state and local laws; advising on Super PAC registration, reporting, and disclaimer requirements; and resolving enforcement actions before the FEC and state campaign finance authorities.
- Nonprofit Advocacy & Tax-Exempt Organizations: Establishing, structuring, and providing counsel to 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), 501(c)(6), and other organizations engaged in grassroots lobbying, issue advocacy, voter registration, public education, grantmaking, and direct electoral activity; negotiating grant agreements, cost-sharing arrangements, fiscal sponsorships, and other contracts; drafting and filing IRS exemption applications and annual Form 990s; assisting with legal risk assessments and mitigation.
- Congressional Investigations: Preparing individuals to face politically sensitive government investigations, appear before high-stakes Congressional hearings, and review and respond to requests for materials and documents.
- Political Consulting: Advising political consultants and public relations firms on campaign finance compliance, coordination and Firewall Policies, fundraising activities and events, and contract negotiations with candidate committees and political entities.
- Candidate Recounts & Voter Access: Designing and executing election recount and post-election planning strategies for candidates and campaigns; training volunteers and attorneys in voting access, election integrity, and voter protection.
- Corporate Governance: Drafting, reviewing, and enforcing internal corporate board governance bylaws and policies; registering and filing entities with taxing authorities and other state agencies.
Why you'll enjoy working with him
Brian combines sharp legal insight with a strategist’s mindset shaped by years in government and on the campaign trail. He instills a culture of compliance in every client he works with—empowering them to pursue their advocacy goals confidently and within the law. Tenacious and trusted, Brian works shoulder-to-shoulder with clients to navigate each next step, ensuring they stay smart, assertive, and well-prepared in a highly regulated environment.
Who he is off the clock
Brian enjoys an active life with his wife and young daughter, Isabel, with frequent family visits to Boston, Syracuse, and Cape Cod. An avid Boston sports fan, he can be found in DC cycling, hiking, playing basketball, or trail running with his black lab, Teddy.