Jeff Palmore Named 2027 “Lawyer of the Year” for Government Relations Practice in Richmond by The Best Lawyers in America®
RICHMOND, VA — August 20, 2026 — Jeff Palmore of Capitol Square Strategies has been named the 2027 “Lawyer of the Year” for Government Relations Practice in Richmond by The Best Lawyers in America®. Palmore is also recognized in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® for Government Relations Practice.
The “Lawyer of the Year” designation is awarded to the individual lawyer receiving the highest overall peer feedback in a specific practice area and geographic region, making the recognition particularly meaningful. It reflects the confidence and respect of fellow lawyers familiar with the honoree’s work and professional reputation.
“I am honored to receive this designation from my peers,” said Palmore. “Virginia government relations is built on relationships, strategic thinking, a deep understanding of the legislative and regulatory process. It is humbling that the ranking from my peers in the legal community led to this recognition.”
Palmore has extensive experience representing businesses, trade associations, nonprofits and other organizations before the Virginia General Assembly, Governor’s Office, state agencies and other policymakers. His practice includes Virginia lobbying, government relations, legislative advocacy, regulatory affairs and public policy strategy. Through Capitol Square Strategies, Palmore provides strategic representation to organizations seeking to advance legislative and regulatory priorities throughout the Commonwealth.
The recognition adds to Palmore’s longstanding professional credentials. The Best Lawyers in America® has recognized him as a leader in Virginia Government Relations Practice since 2016.
About Capitol Square Strategies
Capitol Square Strategies is a Richmond-based Virginia government relations and lobbying firm providing legislative advocacy, government affairs, regulatory representation and public policy strategy.
The firm represents businesses, associations, nonprofits and other organizations before the Virginia General Assembly and Virginia state government. Its team combines extensive knowledge of Virginia government with strategic counsel and relationships throughout the Commonwealth.
For more information, visit Capitol Square Strategies.
About The Best Lawyers in America®
The Best Lawyers in America® recognizes outstanding lawyers through a rigorous peer-review process. The “Lawyer of the Year” designation is awarded to a single lawyer in each practice area and designated metropolitan area who receives the highest overall peer feedback.
