Consistently honored as the leading EU lobbying law firm

"A leading EU government relations law firm."

The Hill, Washington, DC

"High end solutions for high end problems."

- Gergana Grancharova, Minister of EU Affairs, Government of Bulgaria

"Valuable EU support and advise."

- H.E. Menouar Alem, Ambassador to the EU, Kingdom of Morocco

Alber & Geiger is a political lobbying powerhouse.

We represent our clients’ interests at the highest levels of the European Union. Our firm combines former EU officials, and top legal experts to provide EU regulatory intelligence, government relations, and strategic advocacy for organizations worldwide.

The leading EU government relations law firm, Alber & Geiger advises multinational companies, governments, investors, and trade associations on EU legislation, regulatory strategy, trade policy, competition matters, sanctions, sustainability regulation, and geopolitical affairs.

Agribusiness

Competition

Education

Financial Services

Health Care

Immigration

Industry & Environment

National Security

Technology & Telecommunications

Trade

Transportation & Infrastructure

Work

Our multidisciplinary teams support clients across the entire EU policy cycle — from strategy and stakeholder mapping to advocacy, negotiations, and implementation before the European Commission, European Parliament, Member States, and key regulatory authorities.

Government Affairs

Alber & Geiger is a political lobbying powerhouse and a leading European government relations law firm. We represent our clients’ interests on the highest diplomatic and political level.

Diplomacy

Alber & Geiger helps countries and companies with advocacy on bilateral political and economic relations, especially to implement strategic plans and raise visibility to and before the EU institutions in Brussels.

Litigation

Our reputation as trial lawyers before the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU), the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR), and the Administrative Tribunal of the International Labour Organisation (ILO) is well known.

Wins

The matters below illustrate our experience before the European Commission, European Parliament, Member States, and key regulatory authorities across a wide range of industries and policy areas.

Telecoms Regulation In Bulgaria

Challenge

Vivacom, the former telecom monopolist in Bulgaria, sought Alber & Geiger’s help in tackling the Bulgarian Communications Regulation Commission’s (CRC) arbitrary and disproportionate mobile termination rates. Concurrently we were tasked with addressing the problem of illegal cables in Bulgaria, while the Commission’s position was that this issue ought to be handled solely at national level.

Strategy

The strategy adopted, demonstrated how broad ranging Treaty obligations should be translated into government actions. It had a strong EU public law and policy element, with consumer protection at the forefront. It helped Bulgaria understand and implement its EU law obligations. It enhanced the notions of fairness and proportionality in the civic realm. We used sophisticated fact-finding and law and economics analysis, to outline where subsidiarity pointed to, regarding the illegal cables.

Result

Vivacom has now been put in a position where it is better able to serve the public. Alber & Geiger’s lobbying activity resulted in the European Commission asking CRC not to discriminate when setting the level of termination rates between fixed and mobile networks. CRC significantly lowered Bulgaria’s termination rates to the benefit of consumers. Equally the EU Commission came on board with us to address the issue of illegal cables, exerting pressure on Bulgaria, demanding their immediate removal. A remarkable process of removals is now underway.

The Port Of Belgrade

Challenge

The Port of Belgrade’s property and investor rights were being violated by arbitrary Serbian legislation. There were limited domestic channels for these rights to be rectified and the Port of Belgrade was about to lose significant holdings. It turned to Alber & Geiger for help.

Strategy

The strategy made use of the new supra-national extraterritoriality, which post-communist states have been using to reconstitute certain rights and obligations. It addressed the EU institutions and Member States while Serbia was in the process of fulfilling its obligation to attain EU candidate status. It put forward comprehensive legal analysis that employed the entirety of the acquis communautaire, helping the legal narrative of the Serbian government and that of the Commission come together in a coherent mutually beneficial form.

Results

Alber & Geiger’s lobbing activity raised the awareness of European Parliament and the Commission towards the rights violations. We persuaded the European Commission to pressure the Serbian government into changing the content of these laws and to bring them in line with the EU acquis communautaire.

Forever Chemicals In Medical Devices

Challenge

Alber & Geiger assisted West Pharmaceutical, a US corporation and world market leader in medical devices, paving the way for PFAS ban exemptions for their products. The intention was to prevent disruptions in the supply of certain medical devices, where the medicinal products are inseparably connected with the devices, like it is the case with the diabetes pen or with vaccines prefilled in containers and syringes.

Strategy

Our team engaged in a multifaceted approach to safeguard the interests of the medicinal and medical devices. We provided strategic input during the consultation period with the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA), highlighting the unique needs and safety considerations of specific medical devices. This was followed by an extensive outreach to stakeholders within the European Parliament, the European Commission, and the EU member states. Our efforts focused on educating decision-makers about the indispensable role of PFAS in medicinal products and medical devices and the potential supply chain risks posed by a PFAS ban.

Results

Our advocacy efforts led to a pivotal development in the regulatory landscape on medical devices. Our targeted approach opened the door to potential derogations of several years for specific medical applications where there is substantial evidence that viable alternatives to PFAS do not exist. This ensures that essential medical devices remain available and effective, safeguarding patient care and industry stability.

Meet our Team

Our professionals have advised multinational companies, governments, investors, and trade associations on some of the most significant legislative, regulatory, trade, competition, sanctions, sustainability, and geopolitical matters before the European Union institutions and Member States.

The combination of former EU officials, diplomats, politicians, government leaders, and top EU lawyers gives Alber & Geiger a unique understanding of European decision-making and regulatory strategy at the highest levels.

This experience enables our clients to anticipate policy developments, engage effectively with decision-makers, and navigate complex European regulatory environments.

Former EU Officials & Government Leaders

Strategic Advice on EU Legislation, Policy & Regulation

Trusted by Governments, Fortune 500 Companies & Associations

Strong Relationships with EU Institutions & Policymakers

Proven Track Record of Achieving Results

Frequently Asked Questions

What is EU lobbying?

EU lobbying is the process of engaging with the European Union’s institutions—including the European Commission, the European Parliament and the Council of the European Union—to provide expertise, represent stakeholder interests and contribute to the development of European legislation. Effective EU lobbying helps organizations understand regulatory developments, communicate their positions to policymakers and influence policy outcomes in a transparent and lawful manner.

What does an EU lobbying firm do?

An EU lobbying firm advises companies, governments, trade associations and investors on how European legislation and policy developments may affect their interests. Services typically include legislative monitoring, political analysis, stakeholder mapping, advocacy strategy, engagement with EU institutions, regulatory guidance, coalition building and representation before policymakers throughout the EU decision-making process.

What industries does Alber & Geiger advise?

Alber & Geiger advises clients across a broad range of industries, including technology, healthcare, energy, financial services, transport, agriculture, chemicals, manufacturing, telecommunications, consumer goods, sustainability, defence, aerospace and digital innovation. Our multidisciplinary teams provide tailored government relations and regulatory strategies for each sector.

How does the EU legislative process work?

Most EU legislation begins with proposals from the European Commission. These proposals are reviewed, amended and negotiated by the European Parliament and the Council of the European Union before becoming law. Throughout this process, stakeholders may provide technical expertise and policy recommendations to help legislators understand the practical implications of proposed legislation.

Who does Alber & Geiger represent?

Alber & Geiger represents multinational corporations, sovereign governments, investors, trade associations, industry alliances and organizations operating across international markets. We assist clients with EU legislation, regulatory affairs, competition policy, trade, sanctions, sustainability, digital regulation and broader geopolitical developments.

What is EU government relations?

EU government relations is the practice of building constructive relationships with European policymakers and public authorities while monitoring legislative developments and advocating for clients’ interests. It combines political analysis, regulatory expertise and strategic communication to help organizations navigate the European policy landscape.

Why choose Alber & Geiger?

Alber & Geiger is one of Europe’s leading EU lobbying and government relations law firms. Our professionals include former senior EU officials, diplomats and experienced public affairs experts who have advised governments, multinational companies and industry leaders on complex legislative and regulatory matters. We combine legal expertise, political insight and a proven track record of achieving meaningful policy outcomes before the European Union’s institutions.

What makes Alber & Geiger different?

Alber & Geiger combines legal excellence with deep political expertise. Unlike traditional consulting firms, we offer strategic legal and public affairs advice supported by decades of experience working with the European Commission, the European Parliament, Member States and key regulatory authorities. Our multidisciplinary approach enables clients to anticipate policy changes, manage regulatory challenges and achieve measurable results across Europe.

Where is Alber & Geiger located?

Alber & Geiger is headquartered in Brussels, the heart of European policymaking, with an additional office in Berlin. Our proximity to the European Commission, the European Parliament, the Council of the European Union and other key institutions allows us to engage effectively with policymakers and monitor legislative developments in real time.

Press

What others say about us

Alber & Geiger is frequently cited by international media, policy publications, and industry organizations on EU legislation, trade policy, regulatory affairs, competition matters, sanctions, and geopolitical developments.

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As one of Europe’s leading lobbying and government affairs firms, Alber & Geiger regularly publishes analysis and commentary on major EU regulatory, political, trade, competition, sanctions, sustainability, and geopolitical developments affecting businesses, governments, investors, and international organizations worldwide.

Drawing on decades of experience before the European Commission, European Parliament, Member States, and key regulatory authorities, Alber & Geiger provides timely insights into the legislative and policy developments shaping Europe and global markets.