Peter Schorsch
Joe McCann is taking his deep understanding of Florida politics and legislative talents to Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, one of the nation’s most venerable and influential law firms.
Formerly a senior VP at Ballard Partners, McCann will now be Baker Donelson’s senior public policy consultant in Tallahassee. He becomes the latest high-profile acquisition in the firm’s plan to develop its government affairs practice in Florida.
Before his tenure at Ballard Partners, McCann was campaign manager for Bob Butterworth in his run for state attorney general, as well as a senior legislative aide to state Sen. Ron Klein, and legislative aide to U.S. Rep. James Bacchus.
Founded in 1888, Baker Donelson is a substantial regional force in the South and the 68th largest law firm in the U.S. With a commitment to diversity, pro bono work and public service, the firm now boasts a roster of 650 lawyers and is a major Washington, D.C., presence.
Notable alumni include former U.S. Sen. and Ambassador Howard Baker, former Senate Majority Leader Tom Daschle and attorney Catherine Crosby, Miss Alabama of 2003.
The Memphis-based firm was also recognized five times as one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For” by FORTUNE magazine.
Baker Donelson public policy advisors represent more than 30 distinct practice areas, with 19 offices in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, Tennessee, Texas and Washington, D.C.
