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Perspective

Dec. 2, 2010

The Bulletproof Attorney Fees Award

Steps for ensuring an attorney fees motion is granted and upheld on appeal. By Lara M. Krieger of Greines, Martin, Stein & Richland.


By Lara M. Krieger


The good news: You've won a judgment on your client's behalf. The better news: Your client - as the prevailing party - is entitled to attorney fees under the controlling contract or statute. The best news: Preparing the fees motion will be a breeze since there are plenty of published California opinions saying that an attorney's declaration alone is enough to back up the motion. But there's the rub: There are three ways to build...

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