Matthew Schaefer

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Matthew Schaefer

( Nebraska,  )

Mueller Robak LLC

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Introduction

Mueller Robak LLC is the premier lobbying and government relations firm in Nebraska. The firm has built its reputation as a government relations firm on a commitment of integrity and quality service. The professionals of Mueller Robak have an active and respected presence before the Nebraska State Legislature and all agencies of state and local government. The firm has been called upon to support or oppose some of the most complex and controversial issues in Nebraska over the past 35 years. Mueller Robak stands ready to provide complete lobbying and government relations representation in Nebraska.

Recommendations  Achievements  Client List  Number of Years as a Lobbyist  Relationships  Biography 
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  • "In 2009-2010 a bill directly affecting our members was introduced in the Nebraska legislature, and Mueller Robak provided lobbying and strategic assistance in opposing this legislation. Bill and Katie were always available for consultation, were consistently present at meetings of our executive board, testified on our behalf at legislative hearings and attended technical review committee hearings. We are very grateful for the close attention and sound strategic advice that Mueller Robak has provided our organization." - Thomas A. Graul, M.D., President, Nebraska Academy of Eye Physicians and Surgeons
  • "Duncan Aviation has been working with Mueller Robak since 2002 to help us with our State and Local legislative issues. Bill and Kim have an outstanding understanding of Duncan's business and the impact government has on our company, customers and employees. We rely on Bill and Kim to keep us abreast of pending legislation, meeting with government officials on our behalf, and advising us in these complex issues. Duncan views Mueller Robak as an important partner in our success." - Jeff Lake, Vice President, Finance, Duncan Aviation
  • "This firm is professional by every measure and standard. They understand loyalty, long hours, commitment and dedication. The members of this firm and their staff, have a total grasp of Nebraska law, the legislative process, and great understanding of government, and an appreciation for private industry. They display compassion for the clients, industry in their work product and their word is good - always." - Allen Beermann, Executive Director, Nebraska Press Association
  • "PhRMA has retained the services of Mueller Robak LLC since 1995. The length of our association speaks volumes. We have worked with them, specifically Bill Mueller, for the past 15 years because they are the best. It is that simple." - Linda Carroll-Shern, J.D., North Central Senior Regional Director, Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America
  • "They always want to do the research, and they always want to do the right thing." - Jim Sutfin, Superintendent of Millard Public Schools

    • Achievements

    Theodore C. Sorensen Fellow
    Lincoln Young Professionals Group Four Under Forty Award
    University of Nebraska Student Body President

    Clients

    1) American College of Cardiology, Nebraska Chapter

    2) American Express Travel Related Services

    3) Associated General Contractors, Nebraska Chapter

    4) Chief Industries, Inc.

    5) Children and Family Coalition of Nebraska

    6) Circle City ABA

    7) Copic Companies

    8) Duncan Aviation

    9) Eastern Nebraska Development Council

    10) Fiserv

    11) Google LLC

    12) Integrated Life Choices

    13) Iowa-Nebraska Rental Dealers Association

    14) JustData

    15) Lincoln Airport Authority

    16) Lincoln Children's Zoo

    17) LKQ Corporation

    18) Lower Platte South Natural Resources District

    19) Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital

    20) MCNA Health Care Holdings, LLC

    21) Millard Public Schools

    22) Millard Roofing and Gutter

    23) Nature Conservancy, The

    24) Nebraska Academy of Eye Physicians and Surgeons

    25) Nebraska Association of Airport Officials

    26) Nebraska Association of Commercial Property Owners

    27) Nebraska Council of School Administrators

    28) Nebraska Dental Association

    29) Nebraska District Court Judges Association

    30) Nebraska Land Title Association

    31) Nebraska Medical Association

    32) Nebraska Methodist Health System

    33) Nebraska Oncology Society

    34) Nebraska Press Association

    35) Nebraska Society of Independent Accountants

    36) Nebraska State Bar Association

    37) Nebraska Winery and Grape Growers Association

    38) Olsson

    39) Omaha Housing Authority

    40) PayPal

    41) Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America

    42) POET

    43) Smithfield Foods, Inc.

    44) Southeast Community College

    45) Stand for Schools

    46) State Troopers Association of Nebraska

    47) The Innocence Project

    48) Tyler Technologies

    49) Uber Technologies, Inc.

    50) Union Bank & Trust Company

    51) Werner Enterprises, Inc. and Subsidiaries

    Number of Years as a Lobbyist

    11-15 years

    Relationships

    Fellow Mueller Robak LLC partner, Kim M. Robak, is a former Lieutenant Governor of Nebraska.

    Biography

    With over ten years of experience as a lobbyist, Matthew T. Schaefer has extensive experience building stakeholder coalitions and guiding complex legislation through Nebraska's unique one-house legislature. Matt has worked with a broad range of clients ranging from some of Nebraska's most respected homegrown businesses to national technology companies bringing new innovations to the state. Matt also assists hospitals, professional associations, and political subdivision on challenging public policy matters.

    Before joining Mueller Robak LLC in 2010, Matt was a Theodore C. Sorensen Fellow at the University of Nebraska College of Law and executive editor of the Nebraska Law Review. Matt is one of three firm members who were elected President of the student body of the University of Nebraska while an undergraduate.

    Last Updated: March 17, 2024