David P. Goch

David P. Goch is a partner at Webster, Chamberlain & Bean, LLP in Washington, DC. His practice focuses on nonprofit and association law, with work involving corporate matters, tax, antitrust, intellectual property, employment, government relations, standards and certification, and charitable solicitation registration. Goch advises organizations on legal and regulatory issues that affect their operations, governance, advocacy, and compliance, helping clients address business concerns within the complex framework governing nonprofit entities.

Goch earned his J.D. from the University of Maryland, where he was elected to the Order of the Coif, and received a B.G.S. from the University of Michigan. His legal education provided a foundation for work involving corporate structure, taxation, regulatory compliance, advocacy, and organizational governance. This background supports his ability to advise nonprofit and association clients on matters that often combine legal requirements with practical operational and policy considerations.

Goch has represented clients before the U.S. Congress on legislative matters involving healthcare, commercial law, electronic payments, transportation, and privacy. He also oversees the firm’s state charitable solicitation registration program, helping organizations address registration requirements across jurisdictions. In addition, he participates in standards-development efforts with the American National Standards Institute and serves as a U.S. delegate in International Organization for Standardization activities involving manufactured goods.

David P. Goch also contributes to professional education through presentations to associations and programs offered by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Institute. He is admitted to practice in the District of Columbia and Maryland. Goch’s combination of nonprofit, corporate, regulatory, and government relations experience allows him to help organizations manage compliance obligations, engage with policymakers, and address legal issues that arise from their operations, advocacy activities, and broader organizational goals.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Webster, Chamberlain & Bean, LLP
• Member, District of Columbia Bar Association
• Member, Maryland State Bar Association

Licensed State

• District of Columbia
• Maryland

Education

• University of Maryland
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Michigan
  Bachelor of General Studies

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