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Tag: PostJudgment Litigation

Missed the Deadline to Seek Attorney Fees? Post-Judgment Fees Are Still Available

Failing to timely seek fees after judgment does not forfeit the right to seek postjudgment fees, holds the Second District, Division Six in Vincent v. Sonkey (D2d6 Dec. 29, 2020) No. B293251. […]

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