CALIFORNIA FAMILY LAW
...Attorney Fees
......Amount
.........Factors Considered
............Lodestar Method
4 Cards On This Topic:
  • Error to deny prevailing anti-SLAPP parties atty fees using lodestar method because court found 3 motions could have been brought as one.
  • Under the lodestar method, a trial court is not limited to the hourly rate actually charged by the attorney.
  • Arguments against a lodestar award and enhancement rejected.
  • Prevailing party attorneys fees are determined under the lodestar method.