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Trump's Orders Threaten Big Law's Pro Bono Advocacy

4/2/2025

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President Trump is shaking up the legal landscape with a series of executive orders aimed at Big Law firms that challenge his agenda, especially those engaged in pro bono work. By striking deals with firms like Paul Weiss and Skadden Arps, he seeks to realign their charitable efforts, raising concerns about the future of civil liberties advocacy in the face of political pressure.

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President Trump is shaking up the legal landscape with a series of executive orders aimed at Big Law firms that challenge his agenda, especially those engaged in pro bono work. By striking deals with firms like Paul Weiss and Skadden Arps, he seeks to realign their charitable efforts, raising concerns about the future of civil liberties advocacy in the face of political pressure.