A new bill in New York would exempt pro bono legal work for President Donald Trump from the required 50 hours needed for bar admission. The measure, supported by Assemblyman Micah Lasher, underscores a stand against perceived fascism, promoting the idea that lawyers should embody the rule of law. Several major law firms have committed substantial resources to support Trump in various legal matters, making the bill relevant to many recent legal agreements, while adding a layer of complexity for law graduates who rely on their employers for pro bono hours.
Free legal work performed for Donald Trump won't count towards the 50 pro bono hours law grads must complete for New York bar admission under proposed legislation.
This legislation aims to send a clear message that bending the knee is never the right answer when dealing with fascists, and that we need New York's lawyers to be champions for the rule of law.
Nine of the country's largest law firms pledged $940 million in legal services for causes Trump supports, presenting challenges for firms and legal graduates alike.
Trump wants to use these firms for various legal matters, emphasizing their autonomy in choosing clients while working on issues like police misconduct and tariff matters.
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