President Trump’s use of executive orders to punish law firms tied to political opponents has sparked fear across the legal profession, leading some firms to quietly scale back or reject pro bono work on causes that conflict with his administration’s priorities. Civil rights and immigrant advocacy groups report a noticeable decline in law firm support, with attorneys citing political risks as a reason for stepping back. Legal experts warn that this chilling effect threatens the justice system’s integrity by discouraging challenges to potentially unconstitutional policies. While some firms are fighting back in court, many worry the damage to legal independence may already be underway.