Eric Lesser

Eric Lesser, a former Massachusetts state senator and Obama White House aide, draws on his extensive experience as a lawyer, legislator and policymaker to advise clients facing challenges at the intersection of law, business and public policy. With his in-depth understanding of decision-making processes in the executive branch and in state government—and of policy issues touching the life sciences, technology, financial services, healthcare, higher education, transportation and manufacturing industries—Mr. Lesser provides incisive guidance and representation on a wide variety of complex, government-facing matters.

As a state senator in Massachusetts, Mr. Lesser chaired the Committee on Economic Development & Emerging Technologies, co-authoring four major economic development packages over three legislative sessions. He led Senate negotiations for legislation authorizing more than $627 million in aid for families and small businesses in response to COVID-19, and for historic zoning reform to alleviate the housing crisis. He also co-authored and led negotiations for new laws regarding life sciences, sports wagering, consumer protection, intellectual property and transportation infrastructure.