text: It is not illegal and not uncommon for law firms to contribute to non-profits.  The question is whether the law firms were making contributions as a form of quid pro quo to the non-profit in exchange for having clients sent their way.  The legality of that would depend on the law in the state where the acts occurred as well as federal law if applicable.  I expect it is illegal and probably violates the local legal ethical rules.  There is insufficient information available at this time to reach a meaningful conclusion.  NCR has jumped on a lawsuit before, reporting allegations made in filings as though they were proven facts.  Their reporters show an amazing naivete and ignorance concerning the law.  At this point, all we have are unsubstantiated statements made by paid advocates.  
  
  However, all True Catholics will disregard the facts, because this organization criticizes Bishops, so we know it is bad, because, the Bishops are Good.