Trump, Jenner & Block and Big Law
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President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Tuesday that takes action against the law firm Jenner & Block, for what a White House official described as the company's actions to weaponize the g...
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Critics said the firm’s decision would only embolden Mr. Trump to go after more firms he views as having helped his political enemies or causes he rejects.
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Kirkland & Ellis, the largest U.S. law firm by revenue, is in talks with the White House to avoid an executive order similar to those levied against several of its rivals, people familiar with the matter said.
Introduction: Trump Targets U.S. Law Firms In an unprecedented move, the Trump administration has launched a series of executive orders aimed at U.S. law firms, specifically targeting those representing Democratic-aligned clients and promoting diversity initiatives.
Days after US President Trump slapped sanctions on Jenner & Block and WilmerHale, law firms hit back with lawsuits to block executive orders