Executive OrderJudiciary

Addressing Risks from Perkins Coie (Law Firm EO)

Targets Perkins Coie for its work as counsel to the Clinton campaign. Suspends security clearances, requires government contractors to disclose business with the firm, directs EEOC to review practices of 'large, influential law firms.' Part of broader campaign targeting six law firms through EOs.

Pending Litigation

Details

Targets Perkins Coie for its work as counsel to the Clinton campaign. Suspends security clearances, requires government contractors to disclose business with the firm, directs EEOC to review practices of 'large, influential law firms.' Part of broader campaign targeting six law firms through EOs.

Date Issued

2025-02-14

Type

Executive Order

Legal & Institutional Responses (1)

Perkins Coie v. Trump - Law Firm EO Challenge

Perkins Coie challenged the EO targeting the firm. Judge Beryl Howell ruled in favor of the firm. Administration appealed the ruling. DoJ revoked security clearances despite temporary restraining order. The EO's retaliatory intent described as 'unmistakable' by the court.

Injunction Granted
Federal Lawsuit
U.S. District Court, District of Columbia
2025-02-14

Affected Agencies

  • Department of Justice
  • Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

Related Risk Areas

Democratic InstitutionsCivil Liberties
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