Trump, Paul Weiss and the Capitulation of Big Law: 5 Takeaways
Key Points:
- Paul Weiss, a law firm known for progressive advocacy and opposition to the Trump administration, surprised many by quickly settling with the White House over a threatening executive order.
- The firm had a history of challenging Trump policies, including litigation against family separations and supporting Biden and Harris politically.
- The settlement marked a significant shift, signaling how various institutions might yield to President Trump's pressures.
- Following Paul Weiss's lead, eight other firms also settled similar orders, agreeing to provide nearly $1 billion in free legal services for causes favored by Trump.