Jackson Walker partner Denise Rose joined hosts Stephanie Chiarello and David Mintz on the Cap Chat Texas podcast to discuss the journey of her career from aspiring doctor to lawyer and lobbyist.

The conversation discussed her focus on lobbying for health care policy, navigating a fast-changing legislative environment, her collaborative approach with legislative offices, and stress relief methods for a busy lifestyle.

For the full conversation and further insights, listen to “ The Message Focuser with Denise Rose”

Meet Denise

For nearly two decades, Denise Rose has worked in and around the Texas Capitol, providing counsel to clients on Medicaid and hospital finance, special utility districts, occupational licensing, healthcare quality, and agency rulemaking processes and requests for proposals. She represents nonprofit organizations, nationally ranked hospitals, and Fortune 500 companies. She leads Jackson Walker’s Government Relations & Public Policy group. In recognition of her work at the Texas Capitol, Denise was honored with the first-ever Pink Granite Supporter of Women Award in 2021. Recently she was named to USLege’s Top Hired Gun Lobbyists of the Year as part of its 2025 Best in Government Affairs Awards.