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business7 months ago•5 min saved

Prominent Lawyer Leaves Paul Weiss Amid Trump Deal Controversy

Damian Williams, a prominent lawyer and former U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York, has left the elite law firm Paul Weiss to join Jenner & Block, amid a series of high-profile departures from Paul Weiss following its controversial deal with the Trump administration. The firm faced criticism for settling with Trump and providing free legal work, leading to defections of key attorneys and a shift in its political and legal stance.

via The New York Times|

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politics1 year ago•2 min saved

Manhattan's Top Federal Prosecutor Damian Williams to Resign Before December

Damian Williams, the U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York, announced his resignation effective December 13. Williams, the first Black man to hold the position, oversaw high-profile cases including those against Sen. Robert Menendez, Ghislaine Maxwell, and Sam Bankman-Fried. His deputy, Edward Y. Kim, will serve as acting U.S. attorney. Former President Trump plans to nominate Jay Clayton for the position, a move previously blocked by New York senators.

via NBC News|

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politics1 year ago•1 min saved

U.S. Attorney Damian Williams to Resign from SDNY

Damian Williams, the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, announced his resignation effective December 13, 2024. Edward Y. Kim, the current Deputy U.S. Attorney, will assume the role of Acting U.S. Attorney. Williams expressed mixed emotions about leaving his position, citing pride in the office's achievements and gratitude for the opportunity to serve under President Biden and Attorney General Garland.

via Department of Justice|

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