Governmental Relations


Coats Rose specializes in representation and resolution, in the best interests of our clients.  This specialty extends beyond the courtroom, and into the offices and legislative chambers of our public officials.  Our Government Relations lawyers represent the policy and political interests of our clients as effective lobbyists and administrative practitioners before public entities and officials. 

Our arenas of expertise include the Texas Legislature, State Commissions and Agencies, Harris County, the City of Houston and other Texas counties and municipalities and the entire range of public entities throughout the State. 

Areas of Practice

  • State and local lobbying on business, construction, housing, healthcare and other issues
  • Formation of special districts
  • Representation of clients in administrative proceedings
  • Government procurement and contracting projects
  • Representation of government officials and entities in litigation matters, including eminent domain actions and claims under the Texas and United States Constitutions

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