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US politics
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

An 'Army' Of Lawyers From Small Firms Are Ready To Wage War Against Trump's Bad Legal Policies - Above the Law

The Pro Bono Litigation Corps mobilizes solo practitioners and small firms to resist the Trump administration's actions.
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Major Biglaw Firm Delays Start Date For Some Incoming Associates - Above the Law

A&O Shearman has agreed to a $125 million pro bono initiative to conservative causes while pushing back the start dates for some associates in the class of 2025.
Law
#law-firms
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago
Law

Biglaw Bigshots Leave To Form Their Own Firm... You Have Nine Guesses Which Firm They're Leaving - Above the Law

fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago
Law

Biglaw Bigshots Leave To Form Their Own Firm... You Have Nine Guesses Which Firm They're Leaving - Above the Law

US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Law Firms Made Deals With Trump. Now He Wants More From Them.

Major law firms working with Trump are being asked to provide more than just support for veterans as he expands their roles.
more#law-firms
fromThe Mercury News
1 week ago

Husband-and-wife legal duo that took on 'David and Goliath' sinkhole case against HOA awarded $6 million in fees

Lawyers O'Hara agreed to represent retirees Ridley and Shen without pay during a prolonged legal battle with their homeowners association.
#legal-ethics
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago
US politics

Legal Ethics Roundup: The Ethics Of DOJ Firings, Jackson On The State Of Our Democracy, Wasteful SCOTUS Paper Filings, AI SCOTUS Arg & More - Above the Law

fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago
US politics

Legal Ethics Roundup: The Ethics Of DOJ Firings, Jackson On The State Of Our Democracy, Wasteful SCOTUS Paper Filings, AI SCOTUS Arg & More - Above the Law

more#legal-ethics
#biglaw
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago
US politics

Simpson Thacher Associate Quit Biglaw After Firm Capitulated To Trump. Now He's Running For Congress. - Above the Law

Non-profit organizations
fromABA Journal
2 months ago

BigLaw firms defend pro bono deals with Trump as they handle influx of requests for legal help

BigLaw firms defend pro bono agreements with Trump as ethical, balancing commitments while navigating requests for broader legal assistance.
Social justice
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Trump's Biglaw Bootlickers Say Quiet Part Out Loud In Letters To Congress - Above the Law

Biglaw firms face legislative scrutiny over ethical implications of pro bono deals with the Trump administration.
NYC politics
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Cadwalader Thinks It's Outsmarted Trump On Their Pro Bono Tithe. We'll See About That. - Above the Law

Biglaw firms face pressure to fulfill controversial pro bono commitments to Trump, leading to creative yet unofficial strategies to navigate their obligations.
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago
US politics

Simpson Thacher Associate Quit Biglaw After Firm Capitulated To Trump. Now He's Running For Congress. - Above the Law

Non-profit organizations
fromABA Journal
2 months ago

BigLaw firms defend pro bono deals with Trump as they handle influx of requests for legal help

BigLaw firms defend pro bono agreements with Trump as ethical, balancing commitments while navigating requests for broader legal assistance.
more#biglaw
#legal-services
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Mayor forms new office for free legal services

A new office will connect New Yorkers to free legal services and pro bono assistance.
The initiative aims to address the crisis in public defender services.
fromKqed
1 month ago
SF parents

Some Families Separated at the Border Got Free Legal Aid. The US Just Cut That Contract | KQED

Legal service providers doubt the government's ability to find adequate pro bono attorneys for immigrant families' needs.
SF parents
fromKqed
1 month ago

Some Families Separated at the Border Got Free Legal Aid. The US Just Cut That Contract | KQED

Legal service providers doubt the government's ability to find adequate pro bono attorneys for immigrant families' needs.
more#legal-services
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Willkie Farr Gets Slammed For 'Grave Mistake' - Above the Law

Attorneys at Willkie Farr are leaving due to the firm's controversial pro bono deal with Trump, opting for Cooley instead.
Non-profit organizations
fromLawSites
1 month ago

Paladin Collaborates with Some 30 Law Schools to Launch A Pro Bono Platform for Law Students

Paladin launches a pro bono platform for law schools to connect students with volunteering opportunities and simplify management for administrators.
#trump-administration
more#trump-administration
#legal-assistance
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NYC politics
fromBloomberglaw
2 months ago

NY Bill Aims to Block Trump Pro Bono Work From Bar Requirements

Pro bono legal work for Donald Trump is exempt from New York's bar admission requirements under a new bill.
London startup
fromFast Company
3 months ago

The pro bono problem

Tech leaders seek purpose beyond routine work, often through impactful projects that leverage their skills for social good.
The term 'pro bono' falls short in the tech sector, underrepresenting the urgency and importance of impactful technology projects.
Social justice
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago

The Sidley Associate Arguing At The Supreme Court - Above the Law

Peter Bruland's journey reflects the intersection of personal passion and high-stakes legal advocacy, emphasizing the importance of pro bono work.
#donald-trump
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

Trump is using his Big Law executive orders to disarm the legal efforts to reign him in

Trump seeks to undermine law firms' pro bono practices that oppose his administration's policies.
European startups
fromFast Company
4 months ago

Trump withdraws order targeting law firm and gets $40 million in free legal work

Trump withdraws executive order against Paul Weiss after firm acknowledges wrongdoing and commits to $40 million in legal support.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Two more law firms reach deals with Trump to avoid executive orders: They're all bending'

Legal firms agree to $100m pro bono commitments to avoid harm from Trump’s executive orders, raising concerns over political intimidation in the legal field.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

Former Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff's law firm latest to strike deal with Trump

Doug Emhoff's law firm agreed to a $100 million pro bono commitment to align with Trump administration policies.
fromAbove the Law
4 months ago

Skadden Makes $100 Million 'Settlement' With Trump in Pro Bono Payola - Above the Law

In comparison to the $40 million in pro bono services that PW committed, Skadden is on the hook for $100 million in pro bono payola.
Law
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

How a Major Democratic Law Firm Ended Up Bowing to Trump

Brad S. Karp transitioned from opposing Trump to cooperating by pledging significant legal services in issues of mutual interest.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

What to Know About Paul Weiss, the Law Firm Bowing to Trump's Demands

Paul Weiss agreed to do pro bono work for Trump-related causes to avoid executive order repercussions.
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