About the Firm

Harris Jones & Malone, LLC, provides lobbying and government relations services throughout the State of Maryland, complimented by an experienced criminal, litigation, procurement, government contracting and labor law practice. Utilizing strong advocacy and negotiation skills, combined with a well-established network of political and governmental contacts, HJM has a strong track record of delivering excellent results for its clients.

Recognized as one of Maryland’s premier lobbying and government relations firms, HJM proudly serves for-profit, non-profit and governmental entities of varying sizes and resources with issues as diverse as construction, energy, retail, education, healthcare, gaming, telecommunications, procurement, liquor licensing, corporate law, taxation, labor, insurance, public interest and environmental law.

Over their combined 34 years of experience, Lisa Harris Jones, Founder and Member, and Sean R. Malone, Member, have built excellent relationships with the Governor’s Office, Maryland General Assembly, Baltimore City Mayor’s Office and City Council, Baltimore City Board of Estimates, Baltimore City Liquor Board, Baltimore County Executive’s Office and County Council, Howard County Executive’s Office and County Council, Anne Arundel County Executive’s Office and County Council; and Prince George’s County Executive’s Office and County Council, as well as related boards and agencies.

Through hard work and tireless advocacy, Ms. Jones is widely regarded as a lobbyist with the ability to effect real change in the legislative process. As a result of her successful track record, for the last two years her clients have enabled her to become the first African American (and the only female lobbyist) to be ranked in the top five earning lobbyists in Maryland, landing in the number three spot.

Mr. Malone has developed a vast network of political associations from his 16 years working closely with Governor Martin O’Malley in a variety of political and governmental capacities. Mr. Malone has established himself as a trusted advisor to many elected officials and as a respected advocate in the courtroom as well as the negotiation table.

HJM proudly represents several clients on a pro bono basis. Our services have helped to advance the causes of important organizations like the Susan G. Komen Foundation, House of Ruth, Collington Square Non-Profit Corporation, as well as individuals in our community in need of assistance.

HJM is MBE/WBE certified under the City of Baltimore’s Minority and Business Opportunity Program and MBE certified with Howard County, Maryland. HJM was also named one of Maryland’s Top 100 Minority Business Enterprises for 2006 and 2008 by the Governor’s Office of Minority Affairs and The Daily Record and received the Greater Baltimore Committee’s Bridging the Gap achievement award in 2010.

HJM is proud to be allied with Saul Ewing LLP. The firm's size and resources allow our clients access to skilled attorneys with broad backgrounds in many areas of the law. To learn more about our strategic alliance please click here.