Trump's Executive Orders on Law Firms Face Legal Pushback and Controversial Settlements
Federal judges have blocked parts of Trump's orders targeting legal firms, while some firms negotiate high-stakes settlements to avoid further punitive actions.
- Federal judges issued temporary restraining orders halting key provisions of Trump's executive orders against Jenner & Block and WilmerHale, citing constitutional concerns over free speech and retaliation.
- Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom reached a $100 million settlement with Trump, agreeing to provide pro bono legal services and review its diversity, equity, and inclusion practices.
- Trump's executive orders target firms associated with political opponents and past investigations, including those tied to the Mueller probe and Democratic campaigns.
- Critics argue Trump's actions undermine the independence of the legal profession, discourage dissent, and set a dangerous precedent for retaliatory government measures.
- While firms like Perkins Coie, Jenner & Block, and WilmerHale continue to fight the orders in court, others, such as Paul Weiss and Skadden, have opted for settlements to safeguard their operations.
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