Lawyers

Immigration Lawyers Vow to Uphold Client Rights Amid New Federal Investigations and Accusations of Misconduct

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Washington, D.C. – Amid heightened scrutiny from the Trump administration, immigration attorneys throughout the United States are voicing their strong commitment to continue advocating for their clients, while expressing concerns over the implications this scrutiny may have on constitutional rights and the rule of law. Recently, President Donald Trump directed the Department of Justice to launch investigations into immigration lawyers who have filed lawsuits against the U.S. government over the past eight years. The President branded these legal actions as “frivolous, unreasonable, and vexatious litigation.” He indicated that any law firms found to be engaging … Read more

Boom in Mass Tort Advertising May Enrich Lawyers at Expense of Plaintiffs and Public Health

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Across televisions and internet screens, a flood of legal advertisements persistently beckons the public to join class-action lawsuits, promising compensation for harms allegedly caused by various products or services. These ads, often backed by significant investment from lawyers and outside financiers, are not only a common annoyance but pose deeper, more systemic issues. The burgeoning field of mass tort litigation has seen a dramatic rise in such advertising. Over recent years, spending on these ads has tripled, while the volume has increased fivefold since 2005. Notably, prominent personal injury firm Morgan & Morgan disclosed spending … Read more

Trump Administration Directs Attorney General to Sanction Lawyers Over “Frivolous” Suits and Scrutinizes Legal Challenges to Immigration Policy

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Washington, D.C. – In a significant move by the Trump administration, a new memorandum was issued on Saturday instructing Attorney General Pam Bondi to seek sanctions against lawyers and their firms for filing what is described as “frivolous, unreasonable, and vexatious” lawsuits against the federal government. This directive is part of a broader effort to clamp down on legal challenges against White House policies, especially those involving immigration cases President Trump deems without merit. The memorandum references the Rules of Professional Conduct 3.1, accusing many legal practitioners of overlooking these standards in their litigation against … Read more

Judges Cite Trump’s Statements in Court to Counteract Lawyer’s Claims

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Documents and judges are increasingly citing former President Donald Trump’s own statements as critical evidence in a number of court cases, complicating the efforts of his attorneys who are trying to defend him across a litany of legal challenges. As Trump faces several investigations and lawsuits, his extensive history of public comments, tweets, and speeches are being used against him effectively in courtrooms. Notably, in cases related to allegations of fraud within his business practices, election interference, and incitement of unrest, attorneys and judges are finding his past remarks to provide relevant insights into his … Read more