U.S. Supreme Court,
Law Practice
Mar. 29, 2021
Churches’ attorneys see a way to get fees for pro bono cases
In an 8-1 decision, the Supreme Court recently affirmed nominal damages for a past violation of civil rights satisfied the redressability requirement for standing under Article III. Some attorneys say standing means fees, even if the case is moot.
Bringing constitutional challenges against COVID-19 orders did not net large paydays for attorneys representing religious congregations -- many worked pro bono -- but a recent high court decision might help them recoup some fees.
A San Diego church has revived its challenge against the state and county government over prior COVID-19 restrictions on gatherings, but this time, seeking nominal damages after the U.S. Supreme Court decid...
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