Federal Judge Halts Trump Order Targeting Law Firms Jenner & Block, WilmerHale

A U.S. District Judge has temporarily blocked parts of an executive order by former President Trump that targeted the law firm Jenner & Block, which claims the order is an unconstitutional abuse of power. The executive order restricts access to federal contracts and buildings, allegedly retaliating against the firm for its involvement in investigations related to Russian interference in the 2016 elections. Jenner & Block, along with WilmerHale, has filed lawsuits arguing that these actions threaten the integrity of legal institutions and the rights of attorneys. Legal experts and Democratic state attorneys have expressed concerns about the implications of Trump’s orders on the legal system, calling them a direct attack on the right to counsel. The situation has garnered support from former Chicago lawyers who argued that such retaliatory measures undermine the Constitution. Meanwhile, another law firm, Skadden Arps, has reached a settlement to avoid similar repercussions from the Trump administration.