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Lori Kalani

Co-Chair, State Attorneys General

: Washington, D.C.
1200 19th Street, NW
3rd Floor
Washington, D.C. 20036
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TF: (800) 540-1355
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Lori Kalani

Recent News:
Cozen O’Connor Earns Client Recognition in 2017 Chambers USA Rankings
Chambers USA recognized 47 Cozen O’Connor lawyers as leaders in their respective fields; 14 attorneys were recognized nationally and 11 were ranked in the top band.
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Addressing issues with state attorneys general can be particularly challenging because it is where difficult issues intersect with state government, politics, public policy and the law. Lori Kalani is a pioneer at counseling clients through these complexities and has taken attorneys general representation from a distinctive area and turned it into a nationally recognized legal practice, while still treating each client like it is her only one.

Lori Kalani is the co-chair of Cozen O’Connor’s State Attorneys General Practice, but her path to building a unique practice area focused on AGs and regulatory agencies was self-directed and varied. It started when she managed DISH Network’s federal and state relationships as a top in-house counsel, one who took it upon herself to visit the AGs and their staff in all 50 states to understand how and why they worked the way they did. Strategic, direct interaction with AGs has proven highly successful for many of Lori’s clients. It is this uncommon approach that truly sets her apart and has enabled her to successfully counsel clients through business transactions, investigations and disputes with government agencies. Her role with DISH Network evolved into the establishment of a State Attorneys General Practice with a global law firm that she later moved to Dickstein & Shapiro and finally to Cozen O’Connor.

Lori’s business-minded approach, and extensive legal, political and policy experience, makes her a highly regarded lawyer and advocate where it counts – in state capitols and in Washington, D.C. Her knowledge, especially in the areas of finance, disruptive technology, gaming, social media, telecommunications, retail, transportation, and dietary supplements, allows her to serve as a trusted liaison between general counsels and state AGs, bridging the gap between the goals of the state and the business community. Whether it is consumer protection, environmental and regulatory inquiries, investigations or litigation, Lori and her team have the skills to make a difference.

Lori has been recognized for her pioneering role as one of America’s Leading Lawyers for Business by Chambers USA and a “Woman Worth Watching” by Profiles in Diversity Journal. The 2016 edition of Chambers USA notes that Lori "possesses far-reaching experience of advocating for clients in sensitive investigations and disputes" and describes her as a "consummate professional who is laser-focused on the issues that are of interest to her clients. If you have a problem with an Attorney General or want to avoid one, she is a go-to hire."

Lori is the co-editor of Cozen O’Connor’s State AG Report blog, the go-to resource for issues relating to AGs.

She is actively involved in AG organizations and programs throughout the country, including serving as an advisory board member on the Conference of Western Attorneys General (CWAG) Alliance Partnership and the Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia’s Law Firm Advisory Committee.

Lori is a member of the firm's PAC Governance and Shareholder Compensation Committees.

Experience

Represents a Fortune 200 satellite telecommunications company on proactive AG outreach, and counsels the company on regulatory and legal compliance strategies, as well as resolving State AG investigations and inquiries.

Successfully resolved a wide range of significant consumer protection and environmental protection issues with state and federal regulators, including, for example: a 46-state settlement to resolve consumer protection claims; an audit of a multi-state settlement agreement by Vermont AG’s Office resolved with no penalties and a closing letter; and an investigation by the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection regarding sales and disclosure practices.

Represents a global nutrition company in responding to inquiries by state and federal regulators into its marketing practices. Developed and implemented a strategy for responding to attacks by activist investors.

Counsels an innovative transportation network company regarding state regulatory and consumer protection issues.

Represents an innovative real estate company with respect to an investigation by the Illinois AG’s office and counsels the company regarding compliance and AG outreach.

Represents one of the world's largest social media companies with respect to developing and maintaining a 50-state plan to respond to specific AG inquiries, engaging in proactive AG outreach, and collaborating with AGs to provide education and outreach to students, parents, teachers and local law enforcement officials.

Represents several clients in matters before the Colorado Attorney General Office’s Consumer Credit Unit.

Represented a professional association in outreach to states regarding the authority of AGs to pursue consumer protection investigations, resulting in the support of 44 AGs for an amicus curiae brief.

Represented a professional association in outreach to AGs regarding a U.S. Department of Justice interpretation of the Wire Act related to online gambling, resulting in 15 states sending a letter to Congress on the issue.

Represented a leading dietary supplement company in an investigation by 34 state AGs and federal regulators regarding the labeling and marketing of its leading products.

Successfully represented a leading retailer of dietary supplements in resolving an investigation by the Oregon Department of Justice regarding its sales practices.

Successfully represented a multinational financial institution in a multistate AG investigation of the alleged manipulation of LIBOR.

Successfully represented the maker of organically flavored e-cigarette liquids in resolving an investigation into its product labeling by the Washington AG’s office.

News

Cozen O’Connor Earns Client Recognition in 2017 Chambers USA Rankings

May 26, 2017

Chambers USA recognized 47 Cozen O’Connor lawyers as leaders in their respective fields; 14 attorneys were recognized nationally and 11 were ranked in the top band.

Cozen O’Connor’s State Attorneys General Practice to Be Honored for Excellence in Legal Coverage of State AG Issues

May 22, 2017

Cozen O’Connor’s State Attorneys General practice group has received the Burton Award’s first “Blog of the Year Award in Law.” The national awards program is held in association with the Library of Congress and co-sponsored by the American Bar Association.

Interview of Massachusetts AG Maura Healey by Cozen O'Connor Shareholder Lori Kalani

April 25, 2017

Lori Kalani, co-chair of Cozen O’Connor’s State Attorneys General practice, recently had the opportunity to speak to Massachusetts Attorney General Maura Healey about her efforts in concert with other AGs challenging the Trump Administration in several key policy areas, as well as her other priorities and issues of focus as an attorney general.

Herbalife Settles with FTC and Illinois Attorney General’s Office

July 18, 2016

Cozen O’Connor’s State Attorneys General Practice represented Herbalife International, Inc. and Herbalife International of America, Inc. in separate settlements with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Illinois Attorney General’s Office.

Cozen O’Connor Earns Client Recognition in 2016 Chambers USA Rankings

May 27, 2016

Chambers USA recognized 41 Cozen O’Connor lawyers as leaders in their respective fields; 12 attorneys were recognized nationally and 11 were ranked in the top band.

Lori Kalani Discusses Dietary Supplement Industry

January 22, 2016

Lori Kalani, a member of Cozen O'Connor's State Attorneys General practice, discusses last years investigation into the Nutritional Supplement Industry and their steps moving forward.

Cozen O’Connor Earns Client Recognition in 2015 Chambers USA Rankings

July 06, 2015

Chambers USA recognized 37 Cozen O’Connor lawyers as leaders in their respective fields; 12 attorneys were recognized nationally and 10 were ranked in the top band.

Lori Kalani and JB Kelly Discuss Lag in Pennsylvania AG Work

June 04, 2015

Lori Kalani and JB Kelly discuss the lag in Pennsylvania-related attorney general work and possible causes for the decline.

Cozen O’Connor Launches New State Attorneys General Practice with Addition of Nationally Acclaimed State AG Practice

May 05, 2015

On the heels of its recent announcement of the addition of 60 lawyers in Chicago, Cozen O’Connor is proud to announce the addition of ten attorneys and government professionals and the formation of the firm’s State Attorneys General Practice.

The State AG Report Weekly Update June 22, 2017 [The State AG Report Blog]

June 22, 2017

Charities New York Attorney General Reaches Settlement with Breast Cancer Charity over Fraud Allegations New York AG Eric Schneiderman reached a settlement with the Breast Cancer Survivors Foundation, Inc. (“BCSF”) and its president (collectively “BCSF”) to resolve allegations that BCSF failed...

The State AG Report Weekly Update June 15, 2017 [The State AG Report Blog]

June 15, 2017

AG Elections 2017 Virginia Attorney General Election Update Following uncontested primaries, incumbent Democrat AG Mark Herring and Republican challenger John Adams will proceed to the Virginia general election this fall. First elected in 2013, AG Herring previously served in the Virginia...

The State AG Report Weekly Update June 8, 2017 [The State AG Report Blog]

June 08, 2017

2018 AG Elections Republican Ashley Moody Announces Bid for Florida Attorney General Republican Ashley Moody formally announced her candidacy to become Florida AG. Moody is the third candidate to enter the 2018 Florida AG race following the announcements of Republican state Representative Jay...

The State AG Report Weekly Update June 1, 2017 [The State AG Report Blog]

June 01, 2017

2018 AG Elections Democrat Steve Deetelbach Announces Bid for Ohio Attorney General Steve Deetelbach formally announced his candidacy to become Ohio AG. Deetelbach is the first Democrat to officially enter the 2018 Ohio AG race, following the announcement of Republican David Yost in January...

The State AG Report Weekly Update May 25, 2017 [The State AG Report Blog]

May 25, 2017

2018 Election Update Michael Dougherty Announces Bid for Colorado Attorney General Michael Dougherty formally announced his candidacy to become Colorado AG. Dougherty is the third Democrat to formally enter the 2018 Colorado AG race, following Phil Weiser and Rep. Joe Salazar. They are seeking...

The State AG Report Weekly Update May 18, 2017 [The State AG Report Blog]

May 18, 2017

2018 AG Elections Update Phil Weiser Announces Bid for Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser has formally registered his candidacy to become Colorado AG. Weiser, a Democrat, is the first candidate to formally enter the 2018 Colorado AG race and is seeking to challenge Republican AG Cynthia...

The State AG Report Weekly Update May 11, 2017 [The State AG Report Blog]

May 11, 2017

Charities Missouri Attorney General Files Lawsuit Against Charity Over Alleged Misuse of Donations Missouri AG Josh Hawley filed a lawsuit against Missouri charity Gold Star College Kids Foundation and its founder (collectively “Gold Star”) over allegations that Gold Star solicited $122,000 in...

The State AG Report Weekly Update May 4, 2017 [The State AG Report Blog]

May 04, 2017

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau CFPB Files Lawsuit Against Four Online Lenders for Allegedly Collecting on Voided Debts The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (“CFPB”) filed a lawsuit against online lenders Golden Valley Lending, Inc., Silver Cloud Financial, Inc., Mountain Summit...

The State AG Report Weekly Update April 27, 2017 [The State AG Report Blog]

April 27, 2017

Breaking News Cozen O’Connor’s State AG Practice Co-Chair Lori Kalani Interviews Massachusetts Attorney General Cozen O’Connor’s State Attorneys General Practice Co-Chair Lori Kalani recently interviewed Massachusetts AG Maura Healey. The interview focused on AG Healey’s career path to her...

The State AG Report Weekly Update April 20, 2017 [The State AG Report Blog]

April 20, 2017

Charities California Attorney General Sues Veterans Charities for Alleged Misuse of Funds California AG Xavier Becerra filed a lawsuit against charity organizations Warriors Support Group and Central Coast Equine Rescue and Retirement and the charities’ operators (collectively, “Warriors”)...

The State AG Report Weekly Update April 13, 2017 [The State AG Report Blog]

April 13, 2017

Consumer Protection Colorado Attorney General Obtains Judgment Against Debt Collection Company Colorado AG Cynthia Coffman obtained a judgment against debt collection company Peak Resolution LLC, its owner, and its manager (collectively “Peak Resolution”) for allegedly engaging in deceptive...

The State AG Report Weekly Update April 6, 2017 [The State AG Report Blog]

April 06, 2017

Consumer Protection Delaware and Massachusetts Attorneys General Settle with Auto Lender Over Subprime Loans Delaware AG Matt Denn and Massachusetts AG Maura Healey reached separate settlements with finance and auto loan company Santander Consumer USA Holdings, Inc. (“Santander”) for allegedly...

The State AG Report Weekly Update March 30, 2017 [The State AG Report Blog]

March 30, 2017

Breaking News Florida Attorney General Appointed to President Trump's Opioid and Drug Abuse Commission President Donald Trump appointed Florida AG Pam Bondi to serve on his Opioid and Drug Abuse Commission. The Commission will provide recommendations to the Administration to help combat the...

The State AG Report Weekly Update March 23, 2017 [The State AG Report Blog]

March 23, 2017

Consumer Protection Maryland Attorney General Settles with Law Firms Over Debt Settlement Services Maryland AG Brian Frosh reached a settlement with National Consumer Law Group, P.C., U.S. Legal Services Group, P.C., Imperial Law Group, P.C., Apex Legal Group, P.C., and Regis Law Group, P.C....

The State AG Report Weekly Update March 16, 2017 [The State AG Report Blog]

March 16, 2017

Breaking News Former Virginia Attorney General Joins Cozen O'Connor's State Attorneys General Practice Jerry Kilgore, former Attorney General of Virginia (2002-2005), has joined Cozen O'Connor's nationally recognized State Attorney General Practice, which represents clients with AG issues in...

Cozen O’Connor’s State AG Report Wins Blog of the Year Award in Law [The State AG Report Blog]

March 15, 2017

Cozen O’Connor’s State AG Report, the go-to resource for issues relating to State Attorneys General (AG), has been named as the inaugural recipient of the “Blog of the Year in Law” Award by the prestigious Burton Awards. With a special emphasis on writing and reform, the Burton Awards honors...

The State AG Report Weekly Update March 9, 2017 [The State AG Report Blog]

March 09, 2017

Breaking News New Hampshire Attorney General Resigns New Hampshire AG Joseph Foster will resign effective March 31 after serving nearly four years as AG. His resignation coincides with the final day of his four-year term. AG Foster was appointed by former Democratic Governor Maggie Hassan...

The State AG Report Weekly Update March 2, 2017 [The State AG Report Blog]

March 02, 2017

Consumer Protection Florida Attorney General Files Complaint Against Company for Alleged Technical Support Scam Florida AG Pam Bondi filed a complaint against technology support company Fast Fix 123, LLC and its associated entities (collectively “Fast Fix”) for allegedly scamming consumers...

Cozen O’Connor Expands State Attorneys General Practice with Addition of Former Virginia State Attorney General Jerry Kilgore [The State AG Report Blog]

February 27, 2017

Washington, D.C., Feb. 27, 2017 — Cozen O’Connor is pleased to announce that Jerry Kilgore has joined the firm’s State Attorneys General (AG) Practice as a member. Kilgore previously served as Virginia Attorney General and Virginia Secretary of Public Safety. Kilgore’s leadership and experience will...

The State AG Report Weekly Update February 23, 2017 [The State AG Report Blog]

February 23, 2017

Breaking News Mike Hunter Appointed as Attorney General of Oklahoma Following Scott Pruitt’s Confirmation to Head the EPA Oklahoma Governor Mary Fallin appointed Secretary of State Mike Hunter as Oklahoma AG to succeed former AG Scott Pruitt, who was confirmed as EPA Administrator by the U.S....

GNC Lawsuit: Dietary Supplement Companies Can Adapt to Focus of State AGs [Natural Products Insider]

August 31, 2016

Lori Kalani and Chris Allen discuss the implications of the Oregon State AG's lawsuit against GNC for the dietary supplements industry.

2016 Presidential Prognostications & Insights: The Democratic Race Winds Down

May 24, 2016

Mark, Howard and Blake discuss the state of the Democratic race. Also, Bernie Nash and Lori Kalani, co-chairs of Cozen O'Connor's State AG practice, discuss the State AG races.

Be Prepared When a State Attorney General Calls [Natural Products Insider]

January 06, 2016

Lori Kalani and Maria Colsey Heard discuss AG investigations in, "Be Prepared When a State Attorney General Calls."

2017 Guide to State Attorneys General [Map]

May 05, 2015

The guide includes information on attorney generals in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Commonwealth, and Territories of the United States, including a photos, year first elected or appointed, political party affiliation, leadership positions and brief background summaries.

2016 SupplySide West Conference	Las Vegas, NV	10/05/2016
Nutritional Supplements Panel at the 2016 CWAG Annual Meeting	Sun Valley, ID	08/18/2016
Power in Numbers: Insight Into State AG/FTC Collaborations	New York, NY	08/01/2016
2016 Election Prognostications and Insights: May 24	Conference Call	05/24/2016
2016 Sports Law for Rookies and Veterans	New York, NY	04/15/2016
2016 Jeffrey S. Moorad Sports Law Journal Symposium	Villanova, PA	04/01/2016

Practice Areas

State Attorneys General

Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies - Government Relations

Government & Regulatory

Industry Sectors

Cannabis

Education

George Mason University School of Law, J.D., 2003
University of Nevada, M.B.A., 1994
University of Nevada, B.S., 1990

Awards & Honors

Chambers USA 2014-2016

State AG Report named “Blog of the Year in Law” by the Burton Awards, 2017

Bar Admissions

Affiliations

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