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Lawyers are resigning from big firms in protest against complicity with authoritarianism.

Resignations are a stand for the rule of law and democracy.

Paul Weiss's deal with the Trump administration signifies a troubling intersection between corporate law and political authority.

Biglaw firms challenge Executive Orders and win temporary restraining orders blocking enforcement, showcasing a significant legal victory.

Trump's Executive Orders threaten the rule of law, prompting significant legal challenges from prominent firms.

Trump's Executive Orders threaten civil liberties, increasing police powers and potential legal safeguards for law enforcement officers.

Willkie Farr may be targeted by Trump for its political associations and past cases against his allies.

Trump's administration is targeting Biglaw firms for their political affiliations and representation choices.

Executive orders are being used to retaliate against firms like Covington & Burling and Perkins Coie.

Skadden Arps is negotiating with the Trump administration to avoid Executive Orders targeting Biglaw firms.

Biglaw firms are expanding rapidly into regional markets to capture emerging opportunities.

Freshfields emphasizes client demand in Boston, despite being new to the office there.

Reed Smith opens in Denver to tap into a vibrant market and private equity growth.

McDermott's Nashville expansion strengthens its health and life sciences focus with a strong new team.

Knobbe Martens announces special bonuses for attorneys, reflecting appreciation and growth in business.

Proskauer's new hours requirement for bonuses was retroactive and undisclosed, leading to withheld compensation for associates.

Biglaw firms are mostly silent on Trump's attacks on the legal system, while some boutique firms actively challenge them.

The Trump administration's scrutiny of Biglaw firms reflects a broader threat to legal practices aligned with its political opposition.

Trump's financial disclosures spark debate on Biglaw ethics.

Startup founder guilty of fraud against JPMorgan.

Law firms' loyalty raises ethical questions.

Media criticizes Biglaw's silence on Trump administration.

WilmerHale's lawsuit represents a bold legal resistance to the Trump administration's perceived retaliatory actions against attorneys.

Willkie Farr’s commitment of $100 million in pro bono services reflects a strategic move to evade negative Executive Orders from Trump.

The Trump administration is intensifying pressure on law firms opposing it, risking their independence and legal integrity.

The associate tier in Biglaw firms has decreased by 25% over 15 years.

Biglaw continues to dominate the legal market, accounting for nearly half of all legal spending amidst rising rates.

Law professors are advocating for the rule of law against Trump's retaliatory executive orders, contrasting their courage with Biglaw's compromises.

The legal profession is grappling with ethical dilemmas surrounding integrity and accountability amid growing political and financial pressures.

Donald Trump's engagement with Biglaw firms for legal services shouldn't be classified as pro bono, as it serves powerful interests rather than those in need.

Dechert is offering enhanced bonuses up to 130% above market for associates who exceed normal billable hours.

Biglaw firms sometimes use 'golden handcuffs' to prevent partners from leaving, but this is not common and may indicate deeper firm issues.

Wilkinson Stekloff rewards associates with bonuses ranging from $25,000 to $60,000, highlighting its competitive compensation strategy.

Lateral hiring for associates in BigLaw dramatically increased, marking a resurgence in the legal job market.

The President's actions against Biglaw firms are a significant threat to the rule of law.

Trump targets the law firm Paul, Weiss after a legal defeat, highlighting tensions with Biglaw firms.

Associates call on Biglaw firms to take a stand on social justice issues.

Harvard Law students voted to divest from fossil fuels, reflecting growing ethical concerns.

WilmerHale is enforcing a strict in-office attendance policy that directly impacts associates' bonuses for non-compliance.

Goodwin Procter is continuing to offer bonuses in 2024 to associates based on their billing hours and contributions over the previous year.

Hueston Hennigan has increased its signing bonus for federal clerkships to $180,000, outperforming competition.

Latham & Watkins associates are receiving substantial bonuses that exceed market rates, reflecting the firm's strong financial performance.

Associates at Latham who billed over the required hours will also receive additional monetary rewards.

Fenwick & West is closing its Shanghai office in 2025, part of a broader trend of U.S. law firms exiting China.

Biglaw firms are increasingly closing offices in China, with Winston & Strawn being the fifth to do so in 2025.

Supreme Court justices' decisions may reflect ideological biases rather than their experience.

The summer associate hiring process is becoming unsustainable for law firms.

Biglaw firms are significantly reducing participation in traditional on-campus interviewing for summer associate positions.

Doug Emhoff joins Willkie Farr & Gallagher as a partner focusing on business litigation after leaving the White House.

Doug Emhoff has returned to Biglaw, joining Willkie Farr & Gallagher after serving as the Second Gentleman.