Thomas C. Feeney, III

Thomas C. Feeney, III is of counsel at GrayRobinson in Washington, D.C. and focuses on government affairs and lobbying. He advises clients on federal government advocacy involving financial services, intellectual property and copyrights, defense and aerospace, transportation, economic development, and tax policy. His practice also includes state and local government affairs. With more than four decades as a practicing attorney, he draws on extensive experience in law, business, public policy, and elected office.

Tom earned a J.D. from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law in 1983 and a B.S. from Pennsylvania State University in 1980. His legal training supports a practice centered on analyzing policy, understanding legislative and regulatory processes, and helping clients communicate business priorities to government decision-makers. His background in both public service and private advocacy gives him a practical perspective on how legal, political, and commercial considerations can intersect in complex government affairs matters.

Tom served in the Florida House of Representatives and was Speaker of the House from 2000 through 2002. He later represented Florida’s 24th Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives, serving on the Judiciary, Financial Services, and Science, Space, and Technology Committees. He also led Associated Industries of Florida as president and CEO and has worked on initiatives involving aerospace, simulation, healthcare, economic development, and Central Florida growth.

Thomas C. Feeney, III uses his experience across federal, state, and local government to help clients understand policy developments, identify decision-makers, and pursue legislative or regulatory objectives. He has been involved in organizations addressing Florida business, space policy, taxation, and public affairs. His work is particularly relevant to companies and organizations operating in regulated industries or pursuing projects that depend on coordinated government engagement, policy analysis, and long-term relationship building.

Law Office Affiliations

• Of Counsel, GrayRobinson, P.A.
• Member, The Florida Bar
• Board of Trustees, Foundation for Florida’s Future
• Executive Committee, Treasurer, Space Foundation
• Board of Trustees, Florida TaxWatch
• Senior Visiting Fellow, The Heritage Foundation (2009-2011)
• Representative, Florida District 24, U.S. House of Representatives (2002-2008)
• Speaker of the House, Florida House of Representatives (2000-2002)

Licensed State

• Florida

Education

• University of Pittsburgh School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Pennsylvania State University
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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