Mariah Field Joins Ice Miller Public Affairs Group
Ice Miller LLP announced the addition of
Mariah (Halleck) Field to the firm’s
Public Affairs Group. Field joins the firm as an associate and will be based in Columbus, Ohio, where she will assist clients with government-related issues.
Field most recently served as a member of the legislative affairs team in the Office of Ohio Governor Mike DeWine. In this role, she advised on criminal justice, procurement and IT policy issues. She also served as the governor’s liaison to the Department of Job and Family Services, the Office of Budget and Management and the Department of Public Safety, among other agencies.
“Mariah has been an incredible asset to the DeWine Administration and we could not be more thrilled to have her bring her extensive experience and strategic acumen to our Ice Miller team,” said Ice Miller Principal
Tim Day.
“Mariah’s ability to provide a unique perspective on issues facing our clients will better position us for growth in Columbus and across Ohio,” said Michael B. Coleman, partner and Public Affairs Group vice chair.
Previously, Field served as director of legislative affairs for the Ohio Department of Administrative Services and legislative liaison for the Department of Aging. She has also worked in campaign roles for New Day for America and as a legislative aide in the Ohio House of Representatives. Additionally, she interned for U.S. Senator Rob Portman in Washington, D.C.
Field obtained her Bachelor of Arts from Ashland University and juris doctor from the Capital University Law School,
cum laude.
“Mariah’s vast network of relationships and understanding of both public policy and politics will be a valuable asset to Ice Miller, and especially to our public affairs practice group,” said Ice Miller Public Affairs Group Chair and Partner
Lawren Mills. “As we continue to grow our practice at the federal, state and local levels, having Mariah’s expertise and work ethic on our team will only enhance our ability to serve our clients and deliver results.”
The Ice Miller Public Affairs Group recently announced the addition of
Joe Heaton as a senior director of public affairs, along with
Matt Oyster as of counsel.
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