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1 week ago

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

Lawyers Terence and Mary Ann O'Hara continued legal representation for retirees Doug Ridley and Sherry Shen without pay, leading to a significant court ruling.
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

Obama slams Big Law attorneys who won't fight Trump because they want to 'finish that kitchen rehab' at their Hamptons homes

Big Law firms compromised their principles to protect their careers and lifestyles while collaborating with the Trump administration.
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3 months ago

Trump attacks on law firms begin to chill pro bono work on causes he doesn't like

Trump uses presidential power to punish law firms for political disagreements, creating a climate of fear in legal representation.
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fromAbove the Law
3 months ago

Legal Ethics Roundup: Trump Pro Bono Nears $1B, SCOTUS Takes Atty-Client Comms Case, Lawyer Detained @ DTW, Barrett Recusal Standard, DOJ Bans ABA, Judge's Clerk Boycott OK Per Ethics Rules & More - Above the Law

Trump's executive order against Susman Godfrey has sparked a constitutional lawsuit from the firm.
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fromAbove the Law
3 months ago

Morning Docket: 04.14.25 - Above the Law

DHS's directive for a U.S. citizen lawyer to self-deport reflects troubling issues in immigration law and civil rights.
Law firms' withdrawal from pro bono efforts amid political pressures indicates an erosion of commitment to public service.
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

10 things to know about Doug Emhoff, Kamala Harris' husband

When Kamala Harris became first Black, South Asian, and female vice president in American history, her husband, Doug Emhoff, became the country's first-ever second gentleman.
US Elections
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

Activists call for Doug Emhoff to resign after the law firm where he is a partner pledges pro bono work for Trump

Donald Trump stated that Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP pledged $100 million in pro bono work supporting 'conservative ideals,' making it the third major law firm to do so.
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fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

Skadden made a deal with Trump. Associates on the inside say they're worried it's the beginning of the end for the firm.

Skadden has agreed to provide $100 million in pro bono legal services, aligning with Trump's administration to avoid punitive actions.
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

What this Paul Weiss boss got wrong in his email to staff about the Trump deal, according to PR pros

Paul Weiss navigated a crisis by cutting a deal with the Trump administration amidst backlash over its policies.
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fromAbove the Law
4 months ago

Details Emerge On How Paul Weiss Tried To Save Its Own Skin - Above the Law

David Lat criticizes Paul Weiss chair Brad Karp's justification for negotiating with Trump, highlighting a lack of support for other firms.
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