Former Republican lawmaker joins law, lobby firm

Former Rep. John Shadegg (R-Ariz.) has joined the law and lobby firm Steptoe & Johnson as a partner.

Shadegg will work out of the firm's Phoenix and Washington offices in the government affairs and public policy group.

"John Shadegg’s leadership skills, combined with his outstanding public policy expertise, make him a valuable addition to our growing Government Affairs and Public Policy practice," said Chairman Roger Warin in a statement. "In particular, his experience on the Energy and Commerce Committee, where he handled a wide array of policy matters including banking, natural resources and homeland security, will provide a number of our practices and their clients with first-hand knowledge of the legislative process."

Shadegg said he wanted to explore his options after deciding to retire last Congress. 

"In selecting private practice, Steptoe quickly rose to the top of the list because it is the only prominent international firm with a significant presence in both D.C. and Phoenix. That, coupled with the firm’s reputation for sophisticated, deep regulatory expertise, and a legislative team that truly listens to its clients and advocates in their best interest, made the choice very easy," Shadegg said. 

Part of the GOP wave in the 1994 elections, Shadegg served eight terms in the House. He is a former chairman of the House Republican Policy Committee as well as of the House Republican Study Committee.