Deadline Poet / April 8, 2025

Paul, Weiss Caves In Under Trump Pressure

Calvin Trillin
(Michael M. Santiago / Getty)

For decades Paul, Weiss was a model for all
In taking on tough litigation.
So how many hours did they bill themselves
For trashing their own reputation?

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