Compliance Close-Up: Lobby Reporting Audits
As 2025 comes to an end, organizations looking to improve their compliance programs in the new year should consider conducting reviews of their lobby law compliance practices. In the third episode of “The Lobby Bar” podcast, hosts Charlie Ricciardelli and Tyler Rosen outline the five W’s — who, what, when, where and why — of conducting these internal compliance checkups and review the top 10 issues that organizations and companies may encounter when auditing their Federal Lobbying Disclosure Act reporting practices.
The Swiss Army Knife of Political Entities: 501(c)(4) Risks and Rewards
As the legal landscape for 501(c)(4) social welfare organizations faces potential change, “The Lobby Bar” podcast dives into why they are the “hot new toy” for government affairs professionals, as well as some of their associated risks. Hosts Charlie Ricciardelli and Tyler Rosen break down the ins and outs of 501(c)(4)s, including their unique flexibility, their role in lobbying and political activities, and key differences from other nonprofit and political entities.
Welcome to the Lobby Bar: Battleground 2025 – Navigating Pay-to-Play Laws
We are excited to present Skadden’s new political law podcast “The Lobby Bar,” hosted by partners Charlie Ricciardelli and Tyler Rosen. In the debut episode, they break down the complexities of pay-to-play laws in New Jersey, Virginia and New York City, including how these rules may impact government contracts; why compliance is critical, even in off-year elections; and practical steps companies should take to navigate the evolving political law landscape.