Columbia Law Professor Alleges Law Firm Abandoned Her Amid Israel-Gaza Tensions Inquiry

In a recent development, a Columbia Law School professor has accused the law firm Outten & Golden LLP of abandoning her as a client during an inquiry into her remarks regarding campus tensions related to Israel’s actions in Gaza. The professor publicly disclosed on X that the firm’s alleged withdrawal from her case has led to the resignation of her attorney, who had been with the firm for nearly 24 years. The situation highlights complex legal and ethical considerations faced by law firms in politically charged environments. For further details, the initial details can be seen in the Law360 article.