Nine of America's largest law firms, including Paul Weiss, have faced widespread criticism for their decisions to engage in deals with former President Donald Trump. These firms, often referred to as 'Biglaw,' have been accused of compromising their liberal values to maintain financial interests. An 'integrity' index has downgraded firms that made such deals, reflecting the legal profession's overwhelming opposition to these arrangements. Trump has been noted to use retaliatory and extortionate tactics against law firms that sued him, while some firms have offered pro bono services to mitigate backlash. Legal industry observers and commentators, including Jeffrey Toobin writing in The New York Times, highlight that Trump's approach extends beyond law firms to other sectors, aiming to bend influential institutions to his will. The controversy has also sparked debate within the legal community about the potential impact on law firm prestige and rankings. Additionally, some firms face scrutiny for apparent contradictions, such as running scholarships with exclusionary criteria despite opposing Trump’s policies. The Small Business Administration under Trump has also been criticized for policies that make it harder for entrepreneurs to leave corporate environments. Overall, the legal profession remains sharply divided over the implications of these deals with Trump, with some labeling firms that cooperated as persona non grata within the industry.