Over 250 current and former associates of the elite law firm Skadden have condemned the firm's recent agreement with the Trump administration, arguing it compromises the rule of law. In a letter, they describe the deal as a betrayal, urging the firm's partners to reconsider their stance and side with the legal principles they claim to uphold. The Skadden fellowship, a prestigious program that enables legal work for impoverished communities, adds to the irony as fellows like Isabel Flores-Ganley continue advocating for vulnerable populations. The growing backlash reflects wider societal discontent towards powerful institutions capitulating to authoritarianism.
In its deal with the White House last month, Skadden pledged $100 million toward causes that the administration supports, raising questions about the firm’s commitment to rule of law.
Isabel Flores-Ganley, a current Skadden fellow, shared her experience: 'It's allowed me to do the work I've always dreamed of doing' while echoing feelings of betrayal towards the firm's decision.
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