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Chrisco factors in Arkansas

28 Arkansas opinions name it 2 courts 2004–2026 7 in the last five years

The cases below were cited by Arkansas courts in a sentence that names this issue. Sides come from how each citing opinion treated the case (Syfertize flag on that citation), so a case can appear on both: that is where the law is contested. A red or yellow chip is the case's own overall treatment.

Followed or applied (9)

CaseFollowedCited
Bailey v. Rahegreen
ark · 2004 · cited in 5 Arkansas opinions naming this issue, 2005–2013
2 sentences

2013See also Bailey v. Rahe, 355 Ark. 560 , 142 S.W.3d 634 (2004) (remanding for consideration of the Chrisco factors in a guardianship case where we were unable to discern from the court’s remarks its basis for reducing the requested attorney’s fees).

2013See also Bailey v. Rahe, 355 Ark. 560 , 142 S.W.3d 634 (2004) (remanding for consideration of the Chrisco factors in a guardianship case where we were unable to discern from the court’s remarks its basis for reducing the requested attorney’s fees).

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Chrisco v. Sun Industries, Inc.green
ark · 1990 · cited in 11 Arkansas opinions naming this issue, 2011–2022
2 sentences

2022For reversal, State Appellants argue that the circuit court erred in awarding attorneys’ fees and in its application of the Chrisco factors, as set forth in Chrisco v. Sun Industries, 304 Ark. 227 , 800 S.W.2d 717 (1990).

2022For reversal, State Appellants argue that the circuit court erred in awarding attorneys’ fees and in its application of the Chrisco factors, as set forth in Chrisco v. Sun Industries, 304 Ark. 227 , 800 S.W.2d 717 (1990).

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Jones v. Barnettgreen
ark · 1963 · cited in 2 Arkansas opinions naming this issue, 2004–2005
2 sentences

2005The court stated that "[C]learly, the trial court did not consider or allude to either the Jones [ v. Barnett, 236 Ark. 117 , 365 S.W.2d 241 (1963)] factors or the Chrisco factors. . . ." Id. at 566, 142 S.W.3d 634 .

2005The court stated that "[C]learly, the trial court did not consider or allude to either the Jones [ v. Barnett, 236 Ark. 117 , 365 S.W.2d 241 (1963)] factors or the Chrisco factors. . . ." Id. at 566, 142 S.W.3d 634 .

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City of Little Rock v. Ladonna Nelson, as Parent and Next Friend of Ricky Nelson, Individually, and on Behalf of Others Similarly Situatedgreen
ark · 2020 · cited in 1 Arkansas opinions naming this issue, 2025–2025
2 sentences

2025See City of Little Rock v. Nelson, 2020 Ark. 19, at 5 , 592 S.W.3d 666 , 669.

2025See City of Little Rock v. Nelson, 2020 Ark. 19, at 5 , 592 S.W.3d 666 , 669.

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Kbx, Inc. Steven Michael Keith, Sr., Individually Steven Michael Keith, Jr., Individually Jeffrey Shay Sebree, Individually v. Zero Grade Farms, a Partnership, Also D/B/A Isbell Farms Mark Isbell, Individually Chris Isbell, Individually Shane Isbell, Individually Judy Isbell, Individually Jeremy Jones, Individually K&K Farm Service, Inc., Also D/B/A K&K Farm Services Edward Schafer & Sons, a Partnership Ronald Schafer and Roger Schafer, as Trustees of the Edward Burnard Schafer Q-Tip Trust Ronald Schafer, Individually Dee Anne Schafer, Individually Clifford Schafer, Individually Rachel Schafer, Individually Roger Schafer, Individually Pamela Schafer, Individually Donald Schafer, Individually Donna Schafer, Individually Gary Hardke Farms, a Partnership Gary Hardke, Individually Melodie Hardke, Individually, and Bigfoot Ag, Inc.green
ark · 2022 · cited in 1 Arkansas opinions naming this issue, 2023–2023
2 sentences

2023See KBX, Inc. v. Zero Grade Farms, 2022 Ark. 42, at 26 , 639 S.W.3d 352, 368 (describing standard of review).

2023See KBX, Inc. v. Zero Grade Farms, 2022 Ark. 42, at 26 , 639 S.W.3d 352, 368 (describing standard of review).

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Clowers v. Stickelgreen
arkctapp · 2012 · cited in 1 Arkansas opinions naming this issue, 2012–2012
2 sentences

2012See, e.g., Clowers v. Stickel, 2012 Ark.

2012See, e.g., Clowers v. Stickel, 2012 Ark.

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Phi Kappa Tau Housing Corp. v. Wengertgreen
ark · 2002 · cited in 1 Arkansas opinions naming this issue, 2004–2004
2 sentences

2004See, e.g., Phi Kappa Tau Housing Corp. v. Wengert, 350 Ark. 335 , 86 S.W.3d 856 (2002).

2004See, e.g., Phi Kappa Tau Housing Corp. v. Wengert, 350 Ark. 335 , 86 S.W.3d 856 (2002).

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Johnson v. Guardianship of Ratcliffgreen
arkctapp · 2000 · cited in 1 Arkansas opinions naming this issue, 2004–2004
2 sentences

2004Id.; see also Johnson v. Guardianship of Ratcliff, 72 Ark.

2004Id.; see also Johnson v. Guardianship of Ratcliff, 72 Ark.

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Hale v. Stategreen
ark · 2000 · cited in 1 Arkansas opinions naming this issue, 2004–2004
2 sentences

2004See Hale v. State, 343 Ark. 62 , 31 S.W.3d 850 (2000). [4] The majority cites the guardianship case of Jones v. Barnett, 236 Ark. 117 , 365 S.W.2d 241 (1963), for the proposition that the requirements set out in Jones were similar to the Chrisco factors.

2004See Hale v. State, 343 Ark. 62 , 31 S.W.3d 850 (2000). [4] The majority cites the guardianship case of Jones v. Barnett, 236 Ark. 117 , 365 S.W.2d 241 (1963), for the proposition that the requirements set out in Jones were similar to the Chrisco factors.

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Distinguished, questioned or overruled (0)

CaseNegativeCited
No negative-treatment citations attached to this issue in Arkansas. Read the followed side critically anyway.

Also cited on this issue (12)

CaseCitedYears
Davis v. Williamson green
ark · 2004
2 sentences

2026The order here does not do so; instead, it conclusorily states that the circuit court considered the Chrisco factors; the holding in Davis, 359 Ark. 33 , 194 S.W.3d 197 , which dealt with the financial disparity of the parties; and its award of ad litem fees before it awarded attorney’s fees to Scarborough.

2026The order here does not do so; instead, it conclusorily states that the circuit court considered the Chrisco factors; the holding in Davis, 359 Ark. 33 , 194 S.W.3d 197 , which dealt with the financial disparity of the parties; and its award of ad litem fees before it awarded attorney’s fees to Scarborough.

52006–2026
Tiner v. Tiner green
arkctapp · 2012
2 sentences

2024App. 483 , 422 S.W.3d 178 , we distinguished Bailey and other similar cases and held that an analysis of the Chrisco factors is not required in domestic- relations cases when considering an award of attorney’s fees.

2024App. 483 , 422 S.W.3d 178 , we distinguished Bailey and other similar cases and held that an analysis of the Chrisco factors is not required in domestic- relations cases when considering an award of attorney’s fees.

42015–2024
Paulson v. Paulson green
arkctapp · 1983
2 sentences

2026App. 306 , 652 S.W.2d 46 (1983) (stating that an exhaustive hearing is not required on the amount of attorney’s fees because the court has presided over the proceedings and gained familiarity with the case and the services rendered 4 The Chrisco factors include the experience and ability of the attorney; the time and labor required to perform the legal service properly; the amount involved in the case and the results obtained; the novelty and difficulty of the issues involved; the fee customarily charged in the locality for similar legal services; whether the fee is fixed or contingent; the ti

2026App. 306 , 652 S.W.2d 46 (1983) (stating that an exhaustive hearing is not required on the amount of attorney’s fees because the court has presided over the proceedings and gained familiarity with the case and the services rendered 4 The Chrisco factors include the experience and ability of the attorney; the time and labor required to perform the legal service properly; the amount involved in the case and the results obtained; the novelty and difficulty of the issues involved; the fee customarily charged in the locality for similar legal services; whether the fee is fixed or contingent; the ti

22012–2026
Stout v. Stout green
arkctapp · 2011
2 sentences

2012In arguing that she should have received a greater award, Betty contends that the circuit court erred in not considering and discussing the factors set forth in Chrisco v. Sun Indus., Inc., 304 Ark. 227 , 800 S.W.2d 717 (1990). 3 According to Betty, the circuit court’s award must be reversed and remanded pursuant to our decision in Stout, supra. In Stout, this court reversed and remanded an award of attorney’s fees because “the trial court awarded attorney’s fees without any discussion whatsoever and without providing any pertinent analysis of the Chrisco factors.” Stout, 2011 Ark.

2012In arguing that she should have received a greater award, Betty contends that the circuit court erred in not considering and discussing the factors set forth in Chrisco v. Sun Indus., Inc., 304 Ark. 227 , 800 S.W.2d 717 (1990). 3 According to Betty, the circuit court’s award must be reversed and remanded pursuant to our decision in Stout, supra. In Stout, this court reversed and remanded an award of attorney’s fees because “the trial court awarded attorney’s fees without any discussion whatsoever and without providing any pertinent analysis of the Chrisco factors.” Stout, 2011 Ark.

22011–2012
South Beach Beverage Co. v. Harris Brands, Inc. green
ark · 2003
2 sentences

2011See Bailey v. Rahe, 355 Ark. 560 , 142 S.W.3d 634 (2004); South Beach Beverage Co. v. Harris Brands, Inc., 355 Ark. 347 , 138 S.W.3d 102 (2003); see also Lake View Sch.

2011See Bailey v. Rahe, 355 Ark. 560 , 142 S.W.3d 634 (2004); South Beach Beverage Co. v. Harris Brands, Inc., 355 Ark. 347 , 138 S.W.3d 102 (2003); see also Lake View Sch.

22011–2011
Abrego v. United Peoples Federal Savings & Loan Ass'n green
ark · 1984
2 sentences

2024In Abrego, our supreme court similarly reversed and remanded for the circuit court to award attorney’s fees and costs that “were reasonable, proper, necessary and incurred in good faith and with due diligence.” 281 Ark. at 319 , 664 S.W.2d at 863 .

2024In Abrego, our supreme court similarly reversed and remanded for the circuit court to award attorney’s fees and costs that “were reasonable, proper, necessary and incurred in good faith and with due diligence.” 281 Ark. at 319 , 664 S.W.2d at 863 .

12024–2024
Samuel L. Conley v. Althea T. Conley green
arkctapp · 2019
1 sentence

2024Conley v. Conley, 2019 Ark.

12024–2024
Walther v. Wilson green
ark · 2019
2 sentences

2020Accordingly, we remand to the circuit court for it to consider the Chrisco factors in determining whether the amount 6 of fees requested by Wilson is reasonable under the circumstances.” Wilson II, 2019 Ark. 105, at 7 , 571 S.W.3d at 901 .

2020Accordingly, we remand to the circuit court for it to consider the Chrisco factors in determining whether the amount 6 of fees requested by Wilson is reasonable under the circumstances.” Wilson II, 2019 Ark. 105, at 7 , 571 S.W.3d at 901 .

12020–2020
Vice v. Vice green
arkctapp · 2016
2 sentences

2018Id.

2018Id.

12018–2018
Lake View School District No. 25 v. Huckabee green
ark · 2002
2 sentences

2012Lake View, however, was a self-described “unique case with a 114unique set of circumstances.” Lake View, 351 Ark. at 96 , 91 S.W.3d at 510 .

2012Lake View, however, was a self-described “unique case with a 114unique set of circumstances.” Lake View, 351 Ark. at 96 , 91 S.W.3d at 510 .

12012–2012
Scott v. Estate of Prendergast green
arkctapp · 2005
2 sentences

2011Bailey v. Rahe, 355 Ark. 560 , 142 S.W.3d 634 (2004); Swink, supra; Scott v. Estate of Prendergast, 90 Ark.

2011Bailey v. Rahe, 355 Ark. 560 , 142 S.W.3d 634 (2004); Swink, supra; Scott v. Estate of Prendergast, 90 Ark.

12011–2011
Harris v. City of Fort Smith green
ark · 2006
2 sentences

2007Id.

2007Id.

12007–2007

Statutes the citing opinions construe

AR § Ark. Code Ann. § 16-22-308 (10) AR § Ark. Code Ann. § 28-65-319 (5)

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