Professional Experience
Mr. Main has more than 25 years of experience in public policy, and legislative and regulatory advocacy.
Prior to joining Manatt, Mr. Main was the Senior Vice President and General Counsel at the California Chamber of Commerce, a trade association with 13,000 members representing businesses of all sizes throughout California. He was in charge of the Chamber's public policy program, including advocacy before the Legislature, courts, regulatory boards and on initiatives.
As the Chamber's chief legal officer, Mr. Main oversaw the Chamber's Legal Services Division, which fought to protect business interests before the courts and regulators on issues of broad concern, such as torts, taxes, commercial free speech and rulemaking proceedings.
Mr. Main joined the Chamber in 1981 as a tax specialist and was named general counsel in 1988. He has held positions as Tax Counsel, Manager of Regulatory and Consumer affairs, and Chief Legislative Advocate. He regularly testifies before committees of the California legislature and has been a speaker before a number of chambers, civic groups, and professional organizations.
Memberships & Activities
Admitted to practice in California.