WASHINGTON, D.C. – Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP, a national law firm with offices coast to coast, welcomes seasoned lobbyist Jake Kohn to the firm’s government relations practice. Kohn joins the Washington, D.C. office as a senior policy advisor. He is the second lobbyist to join the firm since February.

“We are very pleased Jake has selected Nelson Mullins,” said Chris Cushing, Nelson Mullins’ federal and state policy leader and office managing principal in Washington, D.C. “Jake brings close to a decade of government relations experience across multiple sectors and has an outstanding reputation at the cross-section of law and policy. Clients will greatly benefit from having Jake on our team.”

With a background in political law and policy, Kohn serves as an advocate for clients across various sectors and industries. Most recently, Kohn was the vice president at Lobbyit where he led the company’s efforts in the healthcare, workforce development, and transportation sectors. With almost a decade of experience overseeing strategic partnerships, federal funding opportunities, and government relations for national organizations, private companies, and nonprofits, Kohn is skilled in navigating complex regulatory landscapes. He has established relationships with industry leaders, NGOs, and stakeholders around the world, as well as those on Capitol Hill.

“I am thrilled to join the dynamic team at Nelson Mullins. I believe my expertise and skillset will compliment the firm’s existing capabilities and allow us to expand the breadth and depth of services that we bring our clients,” said Kohn.

Kohn received his undergraduate degree from Yeshiva University in New York, New York and earned a J.D. from Brooklyn Law School.