Atty. Alfred E. "Al" Mottur

Atty. Alfred E. "Al" Mottur

Influential advocate and fundraiser in Democratic politics. Tech and telecom attorney who served for the Senate Commerce Committee.

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Alfred E. "Al" Mottur is an attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck LLP. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia, District of Columbia Bar and Maryland, Maryland Bar. Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1996). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Communications Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Government Relations Practice (2026). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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    Influential advocate and fundraiser in Democratic politics. Tech and telecom attorney who served for the Senate Commerce Committee. Thrives in critical situations that require a rapid response.

    Al Mottur is a senior Democratic strategist who solves the most complex and thorny political issues clients face in Washington, D.C. He connects organizations with leaders at the highest levels of Democratic politics, in both Congress and the Biden administration, and uses his legal and policy intellect to build consensus around solutions. When Fortune 50 corporations or sovereign governments face a major crisis, Al is often the person they turn to. He is at his best in high-pressure, high-stakes scenarios. Al has successfully protected high-profile mergers and acquisitions, defended companies from contentious oversight battles, and delivered legislative victories that saved clients billions of dollars.

    As co-chair of the firm’s technology and telecommunication practice, Al engages federal policymakers as they develop legislation and regulations to address emerging technologies, data privacy, Big Tech, competition law and infrastructure. He has strong relationships with political and career officials at the Department of Commerce, FTC and FCC, as well as with Democratic leadership in Congress, including senior members of the House and Senate commerce committees. Al formerly served as senior communications counsel for the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee.

    In addition to his advocacy, Al is a prolific fundraiser for the Democratic Party. He spearheaded the firm’s bundling efforts during the last presidential election, raising more money for the DNC than any other D.C. lobbying firm.

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Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Alfred E. "Al" Mottur's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
Where did Alfred E. "Al" Mottur go to law school?
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What awards or recognition has Alfred E. "Al" Mottur received?
Alfred E. "Al" Mottur's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Communications Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Government Relations Practice; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Policy Holders.

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Education

J.D.
Georgetown University
- 1996

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Communications Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Government Relations Practice
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Policy Holders
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Financial Services
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Health Care
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers & Acquisitions
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top Washington Lobbyists, The Hill, 2011-2013
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Washington D.C. Super Lawyers, 2013-2015
- 2026

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia, District of Columbia Bar
Maryland, Maryland Bar

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