Marc Elias: podcast appearances and interviews

Marc Erik Elias, born on February 1, 1969, is an American elections attorney known for his work on voting rights and election litigation. He founded Democracy Docket in 2020, a website dedicated to issues related to voting rights and electoral disputes in the United States. Elias previously served as a partner at Perkins Coie before establishing the Elias Law Group in 2021. His influence within the Democratic Party is notable; The New York Times has noted that he has arguably contributed more than any individual outside government to shaping the party and the rules governing campaigns and elections in the United States. Elias has held significant roles in presidential campaigns, serving as general counsel for Hillary Clinton's 2016 campaign and John Kerry's 2004 campaign. He also played a key role in the response to lawsuits filed by the Trump campaign contesting the outcome of the 2020 presidential election on behalf of the Biden campaign and the Democratic National Committee. In that capacity, Elias managed legal strategies across multiple states and achieved success in most cases, with only one minor case initially lost but eventually overturned in his favor. His expertise was further recognized when he was hired by the Kamala Harris 2024 presidential campaign to focus on recounts and post-election litigation.