An analysis by Reuters reveals that major U.S. law firms have significantly reduced their involvement in litigation against the federal government, marking a shift from the Trump administration's first term when these firms frequently challenged presidential directives. The investigation found that concerns over political backlash have led these firms to scale back or conceal pro bono and civil rights work that might conflict with the current administration. This strategic retreat extends to diversity initiatives and immigration-related cases. Despite this pullback by large law firms, legal challenges against the administration continue, with progressive causes increasingly seeking alternatives outside of BigLaw. Concurrently, the legal industry is experiencing notable lateral hiring activity, with at least two major BigLaw firms collectively recruiting over 50 lawyers, including a recent move where a top firm hired more than 40 lawyers from a competitor.