Law firms are responding to the Trump administration's executive orders with caution. John Van Gorp of Mayer Brown indicates that the administration seems antagonistic towards Biglaw. He notes that the firm's strategy is to avoid confrontations that lead to legal disputes over executive orders, acknowledging that the president's approach has caused firms to reconsider their actions. Despite these challenges, the commitment to the rule of law remains, especially in providing services for those who cannot afford them while being mindful of their engagements.
"The Trump administration seems to have a little bit of an ax to grind with Biglaw. For us, it's been trying to stay clear of the kinds of events that have triggered some of the actions, because I don't think anything good comes out of either negotiating a deal or going to court over an executive order."
"I don't think it's a secret that the strategy that the president has deployed has been pretty effective: Law firms are thinking twice now."
"We're still focused on the rule of law. We're still here to do work for people who can't afford legal services. But we also want to be sensitive to what we're taking on."
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