Jonathan Brightbill, an environmental partner at Winston & Strawn, is at the forefront of the Department of Justice (DOJ) review team under the newly elected U.S. president. Brightbill, who has previously served as a top deputy in the Trump administration’s DOJ Environment and Natural Resources Division, is navigating this crucial phase of transition. The review team, which comprises alumni from the prior Trump DOJ, has commenced meetings with career employees to gather essentials for drafting future memos and determining actions for the incoming political leaders set to take office on January 20.
These briefings are shaping the groundwork of the DOJ’s operations under the new administration. As Brightbill leads the charge, he is accompanied by notable figures, including a partner from Williams & Connolly, creating a team that brings experience and strategic insight to the task at hand.
For further details on Brightbill’s role and the broader transition efforts, visit the Bloomberg Law article.