Courtney Mengel Dirks

About Courtney Mengel Dirks

I am a government and public relations professional with over fifteen years of experience…

Experience

1. Director, Legal & Government Affairs

   One Call

   Apr 2024 — Present · US

   At One Call, I assist in the development and implementation of a comprehensive government relations strategy that aligns with One Call’s objectives and regulatory environment. I build and maintain strong relationships with state and federal government officials, regulators, legislators, and industry associations to advocate and lobby for policies that support the company\'s interests. Addintionally, I monitor legislative and regulatory developments at the local, state, and federal levels, and assess their potential impact on the company and interpret and provide legal advice and guidance on regulatory developments, including preparation of legal opinions and legal position statements. Finally, I provide strategic counsel to internal teams on government relations matters and legal teams, ensuring alignment with company goals and values.

Education

• Dickinson College

  B.A.

  1998 — 2002

• Case Western Reserve University School of Law

  J.D.

  2002 — 2005

Skills

• Grants
• Policy
• Program Management
• Government
• Nonprofits
• Grassroots Organizing
• Legislative
• Politics
• Lobbying
• Public Policy
• Strategic Communications
• Community Outreach
• Legislative Relations
• Healthcare
• Policy Analysis
• Mediation
• Crisis Communications
• Governmental Affairs
• Fundraising
• Coalitions
• Political Campaigns
• Government Relations
• Research
• Leadership
• Grassroots
• Legal Research
• Legislation
• Government Affairs