Nationally recognized, firmly rooted in Texas

Our team provides trusted, battle-tested legal representation to aligned clients for every stage of political, civil rights, and nonprofit law matters – from initial advice to ongoing compliance to litigation.

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Practice Areas

We are deeply rooted in Texas with nationally recognized legal expertise, uniquely positioned to provide exceptional representation in today's dynamic political landscape. With creativity, grit and sound judgment, we cater our services to the unique needs of our clients, including nonprofits, political committees, candidates, elected officials, and philanthropists. We're fueled by our passion for a democracy that works for all Texans.

Election Law

We are nationally recognized experts in all facets of federal, state and local laws governing elections, including voter registration, campaign activities, ballot access, election administration, and post-election disputes.

Civil Rights Law

We are fueled by our passion for a democracy that works for all Texans. We are ready to navigate the complexities of protecting and advancing civil rights in the Lone Star State through creative and bold lawyering.

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Law of Nonprofits

With years of nonprofit leadership experience as well as legal expertise, we represent nonprofits on all aspects of their work, including their governance, compliance, operations, and programs, from start-up to maturity.

Campaign Finance Law

Our firm ensures full compliance with campaign finance laws, offering tailored strategies to navigate regulations and minimize risks. We are ready to safeguard your political activities and issue advocacy – even in a state like Texas.

Our Clients

Non-Profits

We can act as on-demand general counsel for your leadership team, from formation to dissolution, addressing the entire range of legal and management issues that progressive nonprofits must navigate in Texas.

Political Actors

We can serve as compliance counsel and thought partners, helping your organization navigate election laws and campaign finance laws in and out of election season.

Candidates

We can find creative solutions to accomplish campaign goals within the framework of Texas law and politics. We can add muscle to your policy development and voter protection programs, and fight for you in and out of the courtroom.

Elected Officials

We can serve as your senior policy advisor, adding expertise in navigating new elections laws and regulations and honing existing election administration practices. We can help reduce liability while navigating today’s fraught political environment.

Philanthropists

We can be your trusted advisor as you look to maximize your investment in Texas by identifying effective, creative, and unique strategies to boost civic engagement and strengthen democracy.

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(left to right) Beth Stevens, Mimi Marziani, Joaquin Gonzalez

MS&G NEWS

MS&G partner Joaquin Gonzalez quoted in Mother Jones

We represent former Cong. Beto O’Rourke and his political organization, Powered by People, after the Attorney General of Texas targeted them for their speech and fundraising supporting Texas Democrats who left the state to protest new GOP congressional maps.