2022 Top-Performing Lobbying Firms

The 2022 Top-Performing Lobbying Firms Report by Bloomberg Government highlights a record-setting year in federal lobbying, with spending reaching $4 billion—driven by major legislation on climate change, infrastructure, and manufacturing. The report evaluates 363 firms that earned $1 million or more per quarter, ranking them by revenue growth, client retention, and revenue per lobbyist. Top firms included Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck, Akin Gump, and Holland & Knight, while 82 firms met all top performance benchmarks. The Klein/Johnson Group earned $4.7 million in 2022 and was recognized as a standout firm. Overall, the report reflects a highly active and competitive lobbying environment influenced by complex federal policymaking.