Contemporary Issues Impacting Delaware’s Local Governments
October 2, 2015 | Duncan Center, Dover, Delaware
Kim Gomes
Kim Gomes focuses her practice on state and local government relations matters. She has a master’s
degree in public administration from the University of Delaware and has several years of experience
in government relations matters. She also earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of
Delaware. Kim currently sits on several boards and councils including Kids Count in Delaware and Big
Brothers Big Sisters of Delaware and is the legislative liaison to the Delaware Sports Commission.
Jamie Nutter
Jamie Nutter joined Parkowski, Guerke and Swayze as a Director in December, 2012, and is resident
partner in the firm’s Georgetown, Delaware, office. An experienced trial advocate, and former
legislative attorney for the Delaware House of Representatives, Jamie’s practice focuses on State
and local government relations, administrative and regulatory compliance, personal injury litigation
and criminal defense. Jamie has successfully represented businesses, non-profit organizations and
individuals before Delaware’s General Assembly and administrative agencies, and in every court in
the State. Jamie began lobbying in 2010 and now represents more than 20 local businesses, nonprofit agencies and multinational corporations before the Delaware General Assembly.
Bert Scoglietti
Bert Scoglietti is currently the Director of Policy and External Affairs for the Delaware Office of
Management and Budget. Bert has been with the Office of Management and Budget and the former
state Budget Office in various capacities for over 28 years. Bert holds a Bachelor’s Degree in
Chemistry from St. Vincent College and pursued graduate studies at the Katz School of Business at
the University of Pittsburgh.
Max Walton
Max Walton concentrates his practice on high-profile and unique commercial, government, and
constitutional cases. Max has significant lead counsel experience in matters involving commercial,
constitution, land use, construction, election, and insurance coverage matters in Delaware State and
Federal courts. He acts as outside counsel for numerous State, County, and municipal governments
and agencies. He also acts as counsel to numerous businesses, including insurance agencies, national
and local construction firms, consulting firms, and medical practices. Max is a frequent lecturer and
gives seminars on various topics including land use law, constitutional law, election law, agency
procedure, and takings.