Addressing Risks from Perkins Coie LLP
The first of the "law firm" executive orders. Targets Perkins Coie specifically, revoking attorneys' security clearances and barring the firm from federal contracts. Widely condemned as retaliation against a firm associated with Democratic political clients.
Linked Court Cases (6)
***Perkins Coie LLP v. U.S. Department of Justice***, No. 1:25-cv-00716 (D.D.C.) -- Judge Howell granted summary judgment May 2, 2025, calling the EO an "unprecedented attack" on the judicial system's foundational principles. Permanent injunction.
Perkins Coie v. DOJ
Jenner & Block v. DOJ
WilmerHale v. EOP
Susman Godfrey v. EOP
ABA v. Trump (all permanently enjoined; consolidated D.C. Circuit appeal, oral arg. May 14, 2026)
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Litigation Summary
***Perkins Coie LLP v. U.S. Department of Justice***, No. 1:25-cv-00716 (D.D.C.) -- Judge Howell granted summary judgment May 2, 2025, calling the EO an "unprecedented attack" on the judicial system's foundational principles. Permanent injunction.; Consolidated on appeal at the D.C. Circuit (Feb. 6, 2026) with the other law firm cases; oral argument May 14, 2026.