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Farrell Fritz, P.C.

“Can I sue them for legal fees?”

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This is a common question from clients involved in litigation – – especially estate litigation. As a general rule, a party cannot recover attorney’s fees for successfully prosecuting or defending a lawsuit. This is the...more

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Can I Get My Legal Fees Back for Having to Defend This Case?

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One of the most common questions I get from my clients is whether they can recover their legal expenses for having to defend a meritless case. The short answer is that in most cases, no. That may seem unfair, especially...more

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