Emma Olson Sharkey joins The Political Law Group as partner
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 3, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- The Political Law Group (TPLG) has announced the addition of Emma Olson Sharkey as a partner in its Washington, D.C., office, enhancing the firm's expertise in ballot measure and nonprofit law. Olson Sharkey, a nationally recognized lawyer in this field, brings extensive experience advising clients on campaign finance, tax, and election laws across the United States.
Olson Sharkey's practice focuses on providing strategic counsel to ballot measure campaigns and nonprofit organizations, among others. She has served as outside counsel to more than 15 states' ballot measure initiatives, guiding clients through the entire process, from campaign formation and qualification to Election Day and beyond.
In addition to her work with ballot measures, Olson Sharkey advises nonprofit organizations and political committees on designing and implementing political and issue advocacy programs under federal tax law and state and federal campaign finance laws. Her experience spans both the public and private sectors, having previously worked as a partner at Elias Law Group, where she advised numerous leading nonprofit organizations, campaigns, and political committees.
"Emma is an exceptional lawyer whose experience and judgment deepen two areas at the core of our national practice," said Tracey Frazier Wigglesworth and Nicholas Sanders, founding partners of The Political Law Group. "We have known and respected Emma and her work for years, and we are thrilled to have her join us as we continue building a political law firm for the clients and challenges shaping the next generation of political advocacy."
Olson Sharkey's appointment comes at a time when political and ballot measure issues are increasingly complex and contentious. Her expertise will undoubtedly be valuable as TPLG continues to support a wide range of clients navigating the intricate landscape of political and issue advocacy laws.
The Political Law Group is a national firm that advises candidates, campaigns, political committees, nonprofit organizations, advocacy groups, and other organizations on campaign finance, election, tax, and political law matters.