Several top law firms reached agreements with Donald Trump to avoid punitive Executive Orders, offering nearly one billion dollars in pro bono contributions. Initially seen as self-preservation, these deals are now backfiring as Congressional Democrats and clients criticize them, viewing compliance as weakness. Cadwalader, a significant player, has faced attorney departures and reputational damage due to their agreement with Trump, which has led many lawyers to leave in search of firms that oppose Trumpâs administration, thereby undermining the firm's core assets: clients and attorneys.
Cadwalader's agreement with Trump is pushing more lawyers to leave, spurred by anger that the firm capitulated instead of fighting back against an unconstitutional campaign.
Many clients view these deals as a weakness, leading to a pullback of work from firms unwilling to confront the Trump administration.
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