Aroner, Jewel & Ellis Partners was formed in January, 2003, after Assemblywoman Dion Aroner was forced out of office by term limits. The firm provides consultation on government and public affairs for public and non-profit agencies, associations and private sector clients. The partners specialize in issues concerning the state budget, local and state policy-making, and community relations. Clients include counties, human service providers for children and the disabled, advocacy organizations, school districts, organized labor, local governments, and trade associations. The firm helps its clients take proactive approaches to opportunities or potential problems by anticipating trends and taking preemptive actions to achieve a favorable outcome.