Simon Davidson

Mr. Davidson represents individuals and organizations under investigation by federal and state agencies such as the Department of Justice, the Securities and Exchange Commission, and the Office of the Inspector General. He also practices general commercial litigation, including securities class actions and contract disputes.

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A Question of Ethics: May Members' Offices Promote Relief Efforts?

Posted on May 03, 2011

Private organizations play a significant role in raising money for disaster relief and other humanitarian efforts, but Members of the House and Senate are prohibited from promoting the efforts of such organizations when it would entail the use of official resources.  The latest Question of Ethics explains the limitations on the use of official resources and discusses ways that Members and staffers can contribute to worthy causes without running afoul of the ethics rules.

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