Former President Donald Trump’s legal expenses are causing a stir within the legal community, with reports suggesting his outgoings on legal fees and ‘lawyer-related costs’ have surpassed the $100 million mark since he left office. Calculations reveal that these expenditures equate to over $90,000 per day. Interestingly, Trump managed to collect just over $250 million from his supports from Election Day on Nov. 4, 2020, until President Biden’s inauguration on Jan. 20, 2021, which was primarily used to offset his legal bills. For readers interested in delving deeper, more information can be gleaned from the New York Times.
In other areas of the legal business sphere, approximately 70% of corporate General Counsels (GCs) are facing cost pressures, forcing them to enhance their negotiation strategies with outside counsel, opt for less costly law firms, and increase the legal work done in-house—such as contracts and litigation-related projects. Further details are explored in an article published by JD Supra.
Focusing on individual lawyers, Will Wooten is gaining attention as an openly gay attorney prosecuting Donald Trump in Georgia. Infamously recognized for his speeches promoting LGBTQ+ rights and his experiences of working in environments where he had to hide his sexuality, Wooten continues to make waves in Fulton County. More about Wooten’s legal career and influence can be found on the Advocate.
Lastly, female lawyers are drawing attention to the pernicious effects of ‘Tall Poppy Syndrome’ where successful individuals often find themselves targeted for their accomplishments. Emily Logan Stedman, a partner at Husch Blackwell, has voiced her own experiences, asserting that she initially felt the need to ‘fit the mold’ due to this pervasive issue. Stedman’s insights can be further read in the Wisconsin Law Journal.