Skadden's agreement with the Trump administration, pledging $100 million for conservative causes, has raised substantial concerns about the erosion of legal ethics and support for the rule of law in big law firms. This arrangement has prompted criticism not only from legal circles but also led to the resignation of Skadden Foundation's executive director, Kathleen Rubenstein, who emphasized the need for moral courage in supporting public interest lawyers. The firm has pledged to allocate fellowship positions to conservative causes, which further muddies its commitment to nonpartisan values amidst growing political polarization.
Skadden's deal with the Trump administration is a blow to the rule of law, showcasing a preference for compromise over constitutional integrity in legal practice.
Kathleen Rubenstein's resignation from Skadden Foundation underscores a sense of moral responsibility to support public interest lawyers more valiantly amidst political adversity.
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