Trump Administration Reaches $100M Pro Bono Agreement with Law Firm Milbank

Milbank's Pro Bono Commitment

• 🤝 Milbank has agreed to provide $100 million in pro bono legal services during the Trump administration.
• 🎯 These services will support initiatives backed by both President Trump and the law firm.
• ⚖️ Milbank's pro bono committee will include partners with diverse political views.

Addressing Client Representation and Hiring Practices

• 🧑‍⚖️ Milbank commits to not denying representation to clients who are representatives of politically disenfranchised groups.
• 📈 The firm will implement merit-based hiring practices.
• 🚫 Milbank will avoid engaging in illegal DEI discrimination and preferences.

Background of the Agreement

• 🗣️ The White House stated that Milbank approached President Trump's administration with a desire to help resolve the perceived "weaponization of the justice system."
• 💬 A chairman from Milbank expressed pleasure in finding common ground after a constructive dialogue with the administration, stating the agreement aligns with Milbank's core values.
• ❓ The exact reasons for initial disagreement between Trump and Milbank are unclear, but it's noted that Milbank hired Neil Katel, a prominent Trump critic involved in a lawsuit against the administration.