OPINION: “As President Donald Trump fires off attacks on prosecutors and big law firms, our democracy is facing an existential crisis ... Unless something changes, the consequences may mean the end of the American rule of law,” Richard Zitrin writes. https://t.co/wNBi3UZTPA
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In response to President Donald Trump's recent attacks on the law firm Paul Weiss, other major law firms have reportedly sought to exploit the situation by attempting to recruit Paul Weiss attorneys and solicit its clients. This behavior has raised concerns about the integrity of the legal profession, as noted by various commentators. A column in The Washington Post criticized the mixed responses from big law firms, stating that while some firms have objected to Trump's tactics, others have capitulated. Richard Zitrin, in an opinion piece, highlighted the potential consequences of these actions, warning that exclusion from government contracts could lead to severe business and reputational damage for these firms. The legal community is at a crossroads, with calls for a unified response against perceived threats to the rule of law.