A conservative law firm, formed by attorneys who previously worked with figures like Vivek Ramaswamy and Elon Musk, is stepping into the realm of political litigation that others seem hesitant to address.
During the Trump administration, there’s been a noticeable shift away from the reliance on so-called “big-law” firms, especially regarding high-profile pro bono work from the Department of Justice. The firm, Lex Politica, has positioned itself to fill gaps in the evolving legal landscape, distancing itself from the American Bar Association.
“It seems like the administration and others are finally catching up,” CEO Chris Gober remarked in an interview. He pointed out that the inconsistency of major firms—who tend to shy away from conservative or Republican-related cases—creates a unique market need for firms like his.
“They go out of their way to avoid upsetting people on the left,” Gober said. This often translates into a refusal to handle cases that align with conservative values, which he finds problematic.
Lex Politica’s client base includes around 20 senators and over 50 members of the House, as well as various Republican politicians including a governor and an attorney general. Their work revolves around critical legal and political matters tied to improving government functions.
Steve Roberts and Jessica Fast, both formerly with Holtzman Vogel, are joining Gober’s team alongside others like Christine Fort and Nicole Kelly.
“We do what big law firms can’t,” Roberts stated. Having come from a top firm, he believes that the issues big firms face regarding Trump are not just legal but also cultural. “Some firms claim to act in their clients’ best interests, yet they seem to dance around political issues,” he added.
Trump’s executive actions targeting law firms have sparked legal disputes. A judge recently dismissed Trump’s orders related to Perkins Coie, suggesting that attempts to revoke the firm’s government contracts are unconstitutional.
Gober has some doubts about whether many big firms would ever take on a pro bono case for conservative causes, saying they might easily reject cases related to religious freedom while showing willingness to engage with liberal organizations.
During the last presidential election, Gober collaborated with Musk to create the American PAC. Reflecting on the response during the campaign, he shared, “Many were inquiring about our approach.” Musk reportedly provided substantial funding, exceeding $238 million, to support Trump, while also backing a Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate who ultimately lost.
Gober characterized his collaboration with Musk as a unique experience, highlighting innovative initiatives like the Petition Program that distinguished their PAC from typical political efforts.
Regarding Doge, Gober doesn’t expect Musk to make significant cutbacks in his involvement. “What really matters is the structure and creation of Doge. Even if Musk isn’t as involved, the foundation remains strong with people who think like him,” he concluded.
