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Law Practice

Jul. 31, 2004

Attorney-Fee Clause Forms Critical Element of Contract

Focus Column - Law Practice - By Bruce W. Blakely - Attorney-fee clauses are an essential element of any contract if an aggrieved party is to be made whole. Attorney -fee clauses stimulate meritorious cases and are a strong disincentive to frivolous and vexatious contract litigation. For those of us who represent clients who comply with their contracts, and may be harmed by those who don't, the clauses are a crucial component of a well-drafted contract.

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