Federal Lawsuit

WilmerHale v. Trump - Law Firm EO Challenge

WilmerHale challenged the EO targeting the firm for welcoming back members of the Mueller investigation team. Temporary restraining order issued. DoJ revoked security clearances despite the order. Administration has not appealed the ruling in favor of WilmerHale.

Injunction Granted

Case Details

WilmerHale challenged the EO targeting the firm for welcoming back members of the Mueller investigation team. Temporary restraining order issued. DoJ revoked security clearances despite the order. Administration has not appealed the ruling in favor of WilmerHale.

Date Filed

2025-03-14

Status

Injunction Granted

Court

U.S. District Court

Outcome

Restraining order issued; security clearances revoked in defiance

Related Executive Actions (1)

Executive Orders Targeting WilmerHale, Jenner & Block, and Susman Godfrey

Targeted law firms for having employed members of the Mueller investigation team or for representing clients disfavored by Trump. Susman Godfrey was targeted for a $3,000-$4,999 donation to LGBTQ advocacy group GLAD. Courts ruled the EOs unconstitutional, violating First Amendment rights. All told, law firm pro bono commitments to the White House totalled $940 million.

Blocked
Executive OrderJudiciary
Department of Justice
3 challenges2025-03-07

Plaintiffs / Parties

  • WilmerHale LLP
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