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Lawyers Break Away from Firms in Trump Era
5/19/2025
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Story summary
- Amid the Trump administration, a wave of lawyers is breaking away to form independent firms, driven by funding cuts and punitive actions against legal professionals. Daniel Jacobson and his peers are dedicated to defending public servants and contesting administration policies, embodying a rising discontent with large firms that support Trump. This shift highlights a quest for autonomy and a more responsive legal practice.
