DOJ Restricts Hiring of Private Law Firms Engaged in Litigation Against U.S. Government

In a recent development, Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche has issued a directive to the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) advising against hiring private legal counsel from firms embroiled in litigation against the government. The directive calls for the avoidance of engaging with firms currently suing the government over its policies or representing clients involved in similar lawsuits. This move reflects a strategic stance from the DOJ when it comes to managing external legal collaborations amidst ongoing judicial conflicts involving governmental actions. For further details, you can view the announcement on Law360.