Lawyers’ freedom to represent clients that the government finds distasteful has been a bedrock principle of American rule of law since before the nation’s founding, and the ability to advocate for clients zealously and ethically, without fear of punitive reprisal from the government, is a fundamental part of a functioning democracy.  We are proud have signed an amicus brief alongside 500 other law firms– large and small, from across the political spectrum– in support of Perkins Coie in their fight against the unconstitutional actions of the Trump Administration.

Unopposed Motion for Leave to File Amicus Brief by 504 Law Firms

Exhibit 1 – Amicus Brief

Exhibit 2 – Text of Proposed Order

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