Ezra Reese

Ezra Reese is currently the Political Law Chair at Elias Law Group LLP.12 He previously worked at Perkins Coie LLP for nearly two decades, first as an Associate from 2003 to 2013, and then as a Partner from 2013 to 2021.24

Reese specializes in nonprofit tax law and political law, focusing on organizations involved in lobbying or electoral activity.1 His clients include charities, issue organizations, trade associations, and political committees.1 He has advised candidates for president, U.S. Senate, and U.S. House of Representatives, notably serving as general counsel to Pete Buttigieg's 2020 presidential campaign.12

Career Highlights

• Chair of Political Law Practice at Elias Law Group (current position)3
• Partner at Perkins Coie LLP (2013-2021)2
• Associate at Perkins Coie LLP (2003-2013)2
• Clerk to Hon. Sandra Lynch, U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit (2002-2003)1

Reese has represented numerous left-of-center organizations and political committees, including America Votes, NARAL Pro-Choice America, Senate Majority PAC, Media Matters for America, and EMILY's List.2

Education

Ezra Reese received both his undergraduate and J.D. degrees from Harvard University, graduating magna cum laude from both and serving on the Harvard Law Review.1