Litigation Status
Perkins (represented by Williams & Connolly LLP) sues Trump arguing that (inter alia) the EO violates free speech, due process and other protections under the U.S. Constitution.
WilmerHale (represented by Paul Clement) sues Trump arguing that (inter alia) the EO violates the first amendment, the right to counsel and due process, and the separation of powers.
Jenner (represented by Cooley LLP) sues Trump arguing that (inter alia) the EO violates free speech, free association, due process, and the attorney-client relationship.
Susman (represented by Donald Verrilli) sues Trump arguing that (inter alia) the EO is unconstitutional.
EEOC Investigation Status (as of April 15, 2025)
| Law Firm | Signed Agreement with Trump? |
|---|---|
| Yes ($125M) | |
| Debevoise & Plimpton | No |
| Cooley | No |
| Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer | No |
| Goodwin Procter | No |
| Hogan Lovells | No |
| Yes ($125M) | |
| Yes ($125M) | |
| McDermott Will & Emery | No |
| Yes ($100M) | |
| Morgan, Lewis & Bockius | No |
| Morrison & Foerster | No |
| Perkins Coie | No |
| Reed Smith | No |
| Ropes & Gray | No |
| Sidley Austin | No |
| Yes ($125M) | |
| Yes ($100M) | |
| White & Case | No |
| WilmerHale | No |
Notable Firms
Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP was the first law firm to enter into a deal with Trump in response to an EO for $40 million of pro bono services and committing to no longer pursue DEI policies.
Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP entered into a deal for $100 million of pro bono in response to an EO.
Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP entered into a deal for $100 million of pro bono services without being explicitly named in an EO or EEOC letter.
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