L. Charles Landgraf
About L. Charles Landgraf
L. Charles Landgraf serves as Senior Counsel at Arnold & Porter in Washington, DC, where he has worked since 2012. With extensive experience in insurance regulation and legislative affairs, he has contributed to significant legislation and has been recognized in various legal publications for his expertise.
Work at Arnold & Porter
L. Charles Landgraf has served as Senior Counsel at Arnold & Porter since 2012. He is based in Washington, DC, and co-chairs the firm's Legislative & Public Policy team. His work focuses on complex legislative and regulatory issues, particularly in the areas of trade-in-services and insurance regulation. Landgraf's expertise encompasses state, federal, and transnational regulatory frameworks, allowing him to navigate intricate legal landscapes effectively.
Previous Experience at Dewey & LeBoeuf LLP
Before joining Arnold & Porter, L. Charles Landgraf was a Partner at Dewey & LeBoeuf LLP for 34 years, from 1978 to 2012. His long tenure at the firm contributed to his extensive experience in legal matters related to insurance and regulatory issues. This background laid the foundation for his current role and expertise in legislative and public policy.
Education and Expertise
L. Charles Landgraf earned his Juris Doctor from New York University School of Law, where he studied from 1975 to 1978. Prior to that, he completed his Bachelor of Arts in Economics at Rice University from 1971 to 1975. His educational background supports his deep understanding of regulatory frameworks and economic principles, which are essential in his legal practice.
Achievements and Recognition
L. Charles Landgraf has been recognized in Who's Who Legal for Insurance & Reinsurance from 2014 to 2018. He has also received accolades from The Legal 500 US for his work in Government Relations from 2017 to 2019 and for Financial Services: Regulatory in 2012. Additionally, he was named one of The Hill newspaper’s Top Ten Insurance Lobbyists, highlighting his influence in the field.
Legislative Contributions
L. Charles Landgraf has played a significant role in shaping key provisions of major legislation, including the Dodd-Frank Act, the Terrorism Risk Insurance Act, CISADA (Iran sanctions), and the Oil Pollution Act. He has also contributed to international regulatory development by assisting in drafting the 1993 Russian Insurance Law and advising the China Insurance Regulatory Commission.