Attorney's Fee
/əˈtɜːrniz fiː/
Definitions
- (n.) Compensation awarded to or paid for legal services rendered by an attorney.
The plaintiff was ordered to pay the defendant's attorney's fees after losing the case.
Forms
- attorney's fee
- attorneys' fee
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Commentary
Attorney's fees often arise in fee-shifting statutes and affect litigation strategy due to potential cost recovery.
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