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Adam J. Higgins

Senior Advisor

Washington, D.C.
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ahiggins@bakerlaw.com
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Overview

Adam Higgins began his career on Capitol Hill, including legislative work covering a variety of topics. Since leaving Capitol Hill, he has spent nearly a decade advising companies and advocating for their policy goals, with a focus on healthcare and the life sciences. Adam utilizes strong writing and communication skills to advocate for clients effectively in government relations and as he consults on public policy matters. 

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  • During the passage of the Affordable Care Act, produced a weekly update newsletter on the progress of the legislative effort in an attempt to give some insight into the process and the individuals involved. 
  • Executed client projects pertaining to policy and federal government initiatives regarding healthcare, financial services, telecommunications and energy. Focused on healthcare and ensuring patients’ access to medicine. Worked on related bills and initiatives to promote that goal. 
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Experience

  • During the passage of the Affordable Care Act, produced a weekly update newsletter on the progress of the legislative effort in an attempt to give some insight into the process and the individuals involved. 
  • Executed client projects pertaining to policy and federal government initiatives regarding healthcare, financial services, telecommunications and energy. Focused on healthcare and ensuring patients’ access to medicine. Worked on related bills and initiatives to promote that goal. 
  • Educated members of Congress and staff on the business and policy interests of clients.
  • Advocated to members of Congress and staff for various policy initiatives.
  • Has participated in campaign work for state level candidates in New Jersey as well as for congressional candidates in various areas in the Northeast.

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Community

  • The John Carroll Society (2010 to 2016)
  • Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle
    • Lector (2012 to 2016)
    • RCIA Sponsor (2011 to 2012)
  • St. Peter’s Catholic Church: Catechist (2015 to 2016)
  • Leonine Forum: Fellow (2015 to 2016)

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Prior Positions

  • Ferguson Strategies LLC: Associate (2009 to 2016)
  • Office of U.S. Congressman Mike Ferguson (R-NJ)
    • Legislative Assistant (2007 to 2008)
    • Legislative Correspondent (2007)

Admissions

  • [Not an Attorney]

Education

  • B.A., Political Science, University of Notre Dame, cum laude

Blog

In The Blogs

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Ohio Clock
The Weekly Hill Update - March 11, 2019
By Adam J. Higgins
March 11, 2019
Below is the Federal Policy team’s weekly preview, published each week when Congress is in session. HEADLINES • The Trump administration will release its fiscal year 2020 budget request, a largely symbolic document that demonstrates the...
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Ohio Clock
The Weekly Hill Update
By Adam J. Higgins
February 11, 2019
Below is the Federal Policy team’s weekly preview, published each week when Congress is in session. HEADLINES • Negotiations over border security legislation have stalled, casting doubt on government funding beyond this week. • Both the...
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Ohio Clock
The Weekly Hill Update
By Adam J. Higgins
February 4, 2019
Below is the Federal Policy team’s weekly preview, published each week when Congress is in session. HEADLINES • Delayed because of the partial government shutdown, President Donald Trump will deliver the State of the Union address on...
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Ohio Clock
The Weekly Hill Update
By Adam J. Higgins
January 28, 2019
Below is the Federal Policy team’s weekly preview, published each week when Congress is in session. HEADLINES • Furloughed federal employees are returning to work for at least three weeks after President Trump signed a short-term funding...
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Ohio Clock
The Weekly Hill Update
By Adam J. Higgins
January 22, 2019
Below is the Federal Policy team’s weekly preview, published each week when Congress is in session. HEADLINES • Congress is in session this week after both chambers canceled their scheduled recess week amid the ongoing partial government...
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