(860) 548-2681
100 Pearl St., PO Box 231277, Hartford, CT, 06123, 
Nothing in government happens by accident. To deal with government successfully, creative and effective representation is needed. We are an aggressive lobbying group that anticipates problems and develops strategies to achieve our clients' objectives. Whether our representation is to pass legislation or stop legislation, prevent a crisis or respond to a crisis, we have the ability and experience to achieve our clients' goals and objectives. Our success is in our proven track record. We are a strong bipartisan team that is one of Connecticut's most highly respected government relations practice groups and are recognized for effective and articulate promotion of the interests of our clients.
Firm Specialties:
Unlike most Connecticut lobbying firms, we unite the legal, lobbying and public affairs disciplines through unique experience and intimate familiarity with the legislative and lawmaking process of the State of Connecticut. It is an asset that separates the Firm from its competitors. Few, if any, public affairs corporations offer our capability and professionalism.
We also provide legislative monitoring and personal tracking of legislative issues and proposals, and employ specially-trained staff for the purposes of following pending bills, legislative hearings, committee meetings, amendments and other items of interest.
FOCUS Government Affairs @ UKS is a full service government relations firm that draws upon the knowledge and experience of attorneys, former executive branch officials, and specialists whose collective expertise is made available to all our governmental affairs clients. This team-based approach ensures that the proper resources are determined and committed, so that our government affairs clients receive the most efficient, cost-effective professional services possible.
We provide a broad spectrum of legislative, regulatory, administrative and executive lobbying and consulting services to a wide range of clients. Because we have over 60 years of experience working with and within government, we are experts on the legislative process and can skillfully negotiate with staff and elected officials. In addition, our strong relationships with federal, state and local elected officials allow us to effectively assist our clients in their dealings with all levels of government.
FOCUS Government Affairs has strategic relationship with Connecticut-based law firm Updike, Kelly & Spellacy, PC that allow us to provide an additional level of service including legal advice, counsel, and legal assistance to corporate, institutional, municipal, and individual clients.
1) Ameresco
2) American International Group, Inc.
4) Associated Builders & Contractors, Inc.
5) AXS
7) Connecticut Association of Pawnbrokers
8) Connecticut Association of Realtors, Inc.
9) Connecticut Catholic Public Affairs Conference
10) Connecticut Police & Fire Union
11) Connecticut State Firefighters Association
12) Connecticut State Society of Anesthesiologists
13) Connecticut Tourism Coalition
14) Connecticut Votes for Animals
15) Consumer Healthcare Products Association
16) Cordata Healthcare Innovations Inc.
18) CT Attorneys Title Insurance Co.
20) DNR Productions
21) Encompass Health
22) Energy Efficient Investments
23) Fairfield County Medical Association
24) Flock Safety
25) Hartford County Medical Association
27) Liberty Bank
28) Lincoln Technical Institute
29) NEAM
30) New Haven Center for Performing Arts
31) North Highland Company, LLC
32) Northwest CT Public Safety Communication Center, Inc.
33) Pattern Energy
34) Porter & Chester Institute
35) Post University
36) Ryan, LLC
38) The Personal Care Products Council
39) Uniformed Professional Fire Fighters
JAMES S. PAOLINO, ESQ. began his career working in municipal government before working for several years at the state level with both the Executive Branch and the Connecticut General Assembly. Attorney Paolino has worked as the Director of State Lobbying for the Connecticut Hospital Association, one of Connecticut's largest healthcare provider associations. As Director of State Lobbying, Attorney Paolino gained extensive experience in handling complex issues including Medicaid reimbursement, workforce and employment legislation, tax issues, patient safety programs, as well as a wide variety of other issues related to healthcare, technology, the environment, and business.
Attorney Paolino brings a great deal of knowledge and experience to the FOCUS Government Affairs team. Having worked at the municipal and state levels as well as the private sector, Attorney Paolino adds a deep level of understanding of government and the legislative process as well as commitment to achieving positive results for his clients. This background gives Attorney Paolino a wide range of personal contacts and relationships in both government and the private sector, which are then utilized to provide positive results for clients. Attorney Paolino combines his background and personal contacts with his legal skills to provide a comprehensive bipartisan approach to challenging issues for his clients.
Attorney Paolino is very active in his community where he currently serves as Chairman of his town's Sewer and Water Commission. He also serves as the Chief Financial Officer and on the Board of Directors of his local branch of the Lion's Club International. Attorney Paolino is also an adjunct professor, teaching Western Civilization, World Civilizations and U.S. History.
241 Asylum St, Unit 700W, Hartford, CT, 06103, 
614-228-9800
100 E. Broad St., Suite 450, Columbus, OH, 43215, 
2) AES Ohio
3) American Massage Therapy Association, Ohio Chapter
5) AT&T
7) Clark State Community College
8) CNA
10) Cordata Health
11) CorJus, Inc
12) Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption
13) Educational Service Center of Central Ohio
14) Equitas Health
18) Mental Health & Addiction Advocacy Coalition
19) NewVista Behavioral Health
20) Ohio Association of Broadcasters
21) Ohio Association of County Boards Serving People with Developmental Disabilities
22) Ohio Automobile Dealers Association
26) PMI US Corporate Services Inc.
27) Premier Health
614-228-9800
100 E. Broad St., Suite 450, Columbus, Oh, 43215, 
2) AES Ohio
3) American Massage Therapy Association, Ohio Chapter
5) AT&T
7) Clark State Community College
8) CNA
10) Cordata Health
11) CorJus, Inc
12) Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption
13) Educational Service Center of Central Ohio
14) Equitas Health
18) Mental Health & Addiction Advocacy Coalition
19) NewVista Behavioral Health
20) Ohio Association of Broadcasters
21) Ohio Association of County Boards Serving People with Developmental Disabilities
22) Ohio Automobile Dealers Association
25) PMI US Corporate Services Inc.
26) Premier Health
614-228-9800
100 E. Broad St., Suite 450, Columbus, OH, 43215, 
2) AES Ohio
3) American Massage Therapy Association, Ohio Chapter
5) AT&T
7) Clark State Community College
8) CNA
10) Cordata Health
11) CorJus, Inc
12) Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption
13) Educational Service Center of Central Ohio
14) Equitas Health
18) Mental Health & Addiction Advocacy Coalition
19) NewVista Behavioral Health
20) Ohio Association of Broadcasters
21) Ohio Association of County Boards Serving People with Developmental Disabilities
22) Ohio Automobile Dealers Association
26) PMI US Corporate Services Inc.
27) Premier Health
916 442-8888
Sacramento, CA, 95814, 
1) ASSOCIATION OF COMMUNITY AND CONTINUING EDUCATION
2) CALIFORNIA AMERICAN WATER, A WHOLLY OWNED SUBSIDIARY OF AMERICAN WATER WORKS CO.
4) CALIFORNIA WATER ASSOCIATION
5) CALIFORNIA WATER SERVICE COMPANY
6) CAPITOLO AND ASSOCIATES LLC, JENNIFER M.
9) COACHELLA VALLEY WATER DISTRICT
10) CORDATA HEALTHCARE INNOVATIONS, INC.
11) EAST COUNTY ADVANCED WATER PURIFICATION
13) FERRARA GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS
17) MOTORCYCLE INDUSTRY COUNCIL
18) MOTORCYCLE SAFETY FOUNDATION
20) NORTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
21) OLIVENHAIN MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT
22) PADRE DAM MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT
23) PORTERVILLE IRRIGATION DISTRICT
24) SAN GABRIEL VALLEY WATER COMPANY
26) SANTA CLARA VALLEY WATER DISTRICT
27) SAUCELITO IRRIGATION DISTRICT
740-817-2961
100 E. Broad St., Suite 450, Columbus, OH, 43215, 
2) AES Ohio
3) American Massage Therapy Association, Ohio Chapter
5) AT&T
7) Clark State Community College
8) CNA
10) CorJus, Inc
11) Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption
12) Educational Service Center of Central Ohio
13) Equitas Health
17) Mental Health & Addiction Advocacy Coalition
18) NewVista Behavioral Health
19) Ohio Association of Broadcasters
20) Ohio Association of County Boards Serving People with Developmental Disabilities
21) Ohio Automobile Dealers Association
24) PMI US Corporate Services Inc.
25) Premier Health
916 442-8888
Sacramento, CA, 95814, 
1) ASSOCIATION OF COMMUNITY AND CONTINUING EDUCATION
2) CALIFORNIA AMERICAN WATER, A WHOLLY OWNED SUBSIDIARY OF AMERICAN WATER WORKS CO.
4) CALIFORNIA WATER ASSOCIATION
5) CALIFORNIA WATER SERVICE COMPANY
6) CAPITOLO AND ASSOCIATES LLC, JENNIFER M.
9) COACHELLA VALLEY WATER DISTRICT
10) CORDATA HEALTHCARE INNOVATIONS, INC.
11) EAST COUNTY ADVANCED WATER PURIFICATION
13) FERRARA GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS
17) MOTORCYCLE INDUSTRY COUNCIL
18) MOTORCYCLE SAFETY FOUNDATION
20) NORTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
21) OLIVENHAIN MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT
22) PADRE DAM MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT
23) PORTERVILLE IRRIGATION DISTRICT
24) SAN GABRIEL VALLEY WATER COMPANY
26) SANTA CLARA VALLEY WATER DISTRICT
27) SAUCELITO IRRIGATION DISTRICT