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American Focus > Blog > Economy > Democratic lawmakers warn top law firms that deals with Donald Trump may be illegal
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Democratic lawmakers warn top law firms that deals with Donald Trump may be illegal

Last updated: April 24, 2025 8:20 pm
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Are top law firms violating federal and state laws by making deals with President Trump? Democratic legislators seem to think so. In a recent development, lawmakers have sent letters to nine prominent law firms, including Paul Weiss, Skadden, and Kirkland & Ellis, warning them that their agreements with Trump may be in violation of US statutes prohibiting racketeering, bribery, extortion, and other forms of misconduct.

Led by representatives Dave Min and April McClain Delaney from California and Maryland, respectively, the lawmakers expressed sympathy for the pressure facing these law firms. The Trump administration has been using coercive tactics to target certain firms and restrict their ability to represent clients effectively. However, the legislators emphasized that these deals pose a significant threat to the rule of law and the integrity of the judiciary.

Elite US corporate law firms have faced unprecedented challenges from the White House in recent weeks. Security clearances for lawyers have been suspended, government contracts are under review, and access to federal government buildings, including courthouses, has been restricted. Paul Weiss’s chair, Brad Karp, was the first to strike a deal with Trump, agreeing to provide $40 million in pro bono legal services to causes supported by the president. Other firms followed suit, committing to at least $100 million in pro bono work out of fear of severe repercussions.

In contrast, smaller firms like Perkins Coie, WilmerHale, Jenner & Block, and Susman Godfrey have chosen to challenge Trump in court. They argue that his directives violate constitutional protections, including free speech, and have successfully obtained injunctions against critical parts of the executive orders.

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Trump’s targeting of law firms has been linked to their involvement in cases against his administration or their opposition to his policies, such as the travel ban on individuals from Muslim-majority countries.

The White House and the implicated law firms, including Latham & Watkins, Simpson Thacher, A&O Shearman, Willkie Farr & Gallagher, Milbank, and Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft, have not responded to requests for comment on the matter.

Lawmakers have raised concerns about potential conflicts of interest arising from these deals and the implications for the firms’ clientele. They question how these firms can represent clients effectively or take on matters that may conflict with President Trump’s agenda if they have agreed to support his causes and restrict diversity policies within their organizations.

The situation highlights the complex relationship between the legal profession and the political landscape, underscoring the delicate balance between upholding the rule of law and succumbing to external pressures. As the debate continues, it remains to be seen how these law firms will navigate the challenges posed by their agreements with the Trump administration.

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