Kate Goodrich Wright is a partner in the firm's Public Policy and Law practice group. She advises companies, trade associations, nonprofit organizations, and local governments on complex legislative, regulatory, and political matters before the Texas Legislature, state agencies, and Congress. Kate helps clients develop and execute government affairs strategies, navigate high-profile policy debates, and build effective coalitions to achieve legislative and regulatory objectives.
Kate's practice spans a broad range of industries, including healthcare, energy, transportation, technology, housing, infrastructure, financial services, and local government. She has developed particular experience representing clients in emerging industries, including data centers, healthcare, and autonomous vehicle policy, where evolving regulatory frameworks require close coordination among lawmakers, agencies, and industry stakeholders.
Drawing on her experience in both state and federal government, Kate provides strategic counsel throughout the policymaking process, from drafting legislation and preparing committee testimony to advising on appropriations, rulemaking, procurement, and engagement with executive agencies. She also counsels clients on campaign finance, ethics, public records, and political law issues that affect interactions with government officials.
