charges bar in Nebraska

2024Id.

2021Id.

2021In awarding attorney fees in a dissolution action, a court shall consider the nature of the case, the amount involved in the con- troversy, the services actually performed, the results obtained, the length of time required for preparation and presentation of the case, the novelty and difficulty of the questions raised, and the customary charges of the bar for similar services. 21 In addi- tion, courts have the inherent power to award attorney fees in certain unusual circumstances amounting to conduct during the course of litigation which is vexatious, unfounded, and dila- tory, such that it am

2021In awarding attorney fees in a dissolution action, a court shall consider the nature of the case, the amount involved in the con- troversy, the services actually performed, the results obtained, the length of time required for preparation and presentation of the case, the novelty and difficulty of the questions raised, and the customary charges of the bar for similar services. 21 In addi- tion, courts have the inherent power to award attorney fees in certain unusual circumstances amounting to conduct during the course of litigation which is vexatious, unfounded, and dila- tory, such that it am

2021In awarding attorney fees in a dissolution action, a court shall consider the nature of the case, the amount involved in the con- troversy, the services actually performed, the results obtained, the length of time required for preparation and presentation of the case, the novelty and difficulty of the questions raised, and the customary charges of the bar for similar services. 21 In addi- tion, courts have the inherent power to award attorney fees in certain unusual circumstances amounting to conduct during the course of litigation which is vexatious, unfounded, and dila- tory, such that it am

2018He argues that under the relevant considerations for granting attorney fees, the circumstances of this case did not warrant making an award—in light of the short duration of the parties’ marriage, the simplicity of issues in the dissolution, and both parties’ lack of financial resources. [34,35] In awarding attorney fees in a dissolution action, a court should consider the nature of the case, the amount involved in the controversy, the services actually performed, the results obtained, the length of time required for prepara- tion and presentation of the case, the novelty and difficulty of the

2017Brozek v. Brozek, 292 Neb. 681 , 874 N.W.2d 17 (2016).

2017Brozek v. Brozek, 292 Neb. 681 , 874 N.W.2d 17 (2016).

2016Vlach v. Vlach, 286 Neb. 141 , 835 N.W.2d 72 (2013).

2016Vlach v. Vlach, 286 Neb. 141 , 835 N.W.2d 72 (2013).

1950In Allen v. City of Omaha, 136 Neb. 620 , 286 N. W. 916 , it was held: “In determining the value of legal services rendered by an attorney, it is proper to consider the amount involved, the nature of the litigation, the time and labor required, the novelty and difficulty of the questions raised and the skill required to properly conduct the case, the responsibility assumed, the care and diligence exhibited, the result of the suit, the character and standing of the attorney, and the customary charges of the bar for similar services.” See, also, Darnell v. City of Broken Bow, 139 Neb. 844 , 299

1950In Allen v. City of Omaha, 136 Neb. 620 , 286 N. W. 916 , it was held: “In determining the value of legal services rendered by an attorney, it is proper to consider the amount involved, the nature of the litigation, the time and labor required, the novelty and difficulty of the questions raised and the skill required to properly conduct the case, the responsibility assumed, the care and diligence exhibited, the result of the suit, the character and standing of the attorney, and the customary charges of the bar for similar services.” See, also, Darnell v. City of Broken Bow, 139 Neb. 844 , 299

2021In awarding attorney fees in a dissolution action, a court shall consider the nature of the case, the amount involved - 157 - Nebraska Supreme Court Advance Sheets 309 Nebraska Reports CORNWELL v. CORNWELL Cite as 309 Neb. 156 in the controversy, the services actually performed, the results obtained, the length of time required for preparation and presentation of the case, the novelty and difficulty of the questions raised, and the customary charges of the bar for similar services. 7.

2021In awarding attorney fees in a dissolution action, a court shall consider the nature of the case, the amount involved in the con- troversy, the services actually performed, the results obtained, the length of time required for preparation and presentation of the case, the novelty and difficulty of the questions raised, and the customary charges of the bar for similar services. 21 In addi- tion, courts have the inherent power to award attorney fees in certain unusual circumstances amounting to conduct during the course of litigation which is vexatious, unfounded, and dila- tory, such that it am

2022Blake affirmed that he understood the charges and that defense - 777 - Nebraska Supreme Court Advance Sheets 310 Nebraska Reports STATE v. BLAKE Cite as 310 Neb. 769 counsel had discussed with him all the possible defenses he might have if he were to instead go to trial.

2022Blake affirmed that he understood the charges and that defense - 777 - Nebraska Supreme Court Advance Sheets 310 Nebraska Reports STATE v. BLAKE Cite as 310 Neb. 769 counsel had discussed with him all the possible defenses he might have if he were to instead go to trial.

2020Id.

2017When an attorney fee is authorized, the amount of the fee is addressed to the trial court’s discretion, and its ruling will not be dis- turbed on appeal absent an abuse of discretion.91 An award of attorney fees involves consideration of such factors as the nature of the case, the services performed and results obtained, 90 Black v. Brooks, 285 Neb. 440 , 827 N.W.2d 256 (2013). 91 See cases cited supra note 13. - 882 - Nebraska Supreme Court A dvance Sheets 296 Nebraska R eports ACI WORLDWIDE CORP. v. BALDWIN HACKETT & MEEKS Cite as 296 Neb. 818 the length of time required for preparation and

2018To determine the value of legal services rendered by an attorney, it is proper to consider the amount involved, the nature of the litigation, the time and labor required, the novelty and difficulty of the questions raised, the skill required to properly conduct the case, the - 867 - Nebraska Supreme Court A dvance Sheets 298 Nebraska R eports IN RE ESTATE OF FORGEY Cite as 298 Neb. 865 responsibility assumed, the care and diligence exhibited, the result of the suit, the character and standing of the attorney, and the customary charges of the bar for similar services. 22.

2018As a result, we find that the county court abused its discretion by not awarding attorney fees to Marvel and Bessie. [21] We have previously found that to determine the value of legal services rendered by an attorney, it is proper to - 894 - Nebraska Supreme Court A dvance Sheets 298 Nebraska R eports IN RE ESTATE OF FORGEY Cite as 298 Neb. 865 consider the amount involved, the nature of the litigation, the time and labor required, the novelty and difficulty of the ques- tions raised, the skill required to properly conduct the case, the responsibility assumed, the care and diligence exhibited,

1998Priest v. Priest, 251 Neb. 76 , 554 N.W.2d 792 (1996).

1998Priest v. Priest, 251 Neb. 76 , 554 N.W.2d 792 (1996).

2025Seemann v Seemann, 316 Neb. 671 , 6 N.W.3d 502 (2024).

2025Id.

2025SCOTT Cite as 319 Neb. 877 Appeal from the District Court for Lancaster County: Susan I.

2025SCOTT Cite as 319 Neb. 877 for preparation and presentation of the case, the novelty and difficulty of the questions raised, and the customary charges of the bar for similar services. 70 Here, because both parties assert the case was compli- cated, we presume that it was such.

2024WHOLE FOODS MARKET Cite as 317 Neb. 26 standing of the attorney, and the customary charges of the bar for similar services. 41 According to Whole Foods, the amount of the attorney fees is unreasonable because it is approximately 60 percent of Mosher’s present recovery under the award.

2023Id.

2021Id.

2021In awarding attorney fees in a dissolution action, a court shall consider the nature of the case, the amount involved in the con- troversy, the services actually performed, the results obtained, the length of time required for preparation and presentation of the case, the novelty and difficulty of the questions raised, and the customary charges of the bar for similar services. 21 In addi- tion, courts have the inherent power to award attorney fees in certain unusual circumstances amounting to conduct during the course of litigation which is vexatious, unfounded, and dila- tory, such that it am

2021In awarding attorney fees in a dissolution action, a court shall consider the nature of the case, the amount involved in the con- troversy, the services actually performed, the results obtained, the length of time required for preparation and presentation of the case, the novelty and difficulty of the questions raised, and the customary charges of the bar for similar services. 21 In addi- tion, courts have the inherent power to award attorney fees in certain unusual circumstances amounting to conduct during the course of litigation which is vexatious, unfounded, and dila- tory, such that it am

2021In awarding attorney fees in a dissolution action, a court shall consider the nature of the case, the amount involved in the con- troversy, the services actually performed, the results obtained, the length of time required for preparation and presentation of the case, the novelty and difficulty of the questions raised, and the customary charges of the bar for similar services. 21 In addi- tion, courts have the inherent power to award attorney fees in certain unusual circumstances amounting to conduct during the course of litigation which is vexatious, unfounded, and dila- tory, such that it am

2021In awarding attorney fees in a dissolution action, a court shall consider the nature of the case, the amount involved in the con- troversy, the services actually performed, the results obtained, the length of time required for preparation and presentation of the case, the novelty and difficulty of the questions raised, and the customary charges of the bar for similar services. 21 In addi- tion, courts have the inherent power to award attorney fees in certain unusual circumstances amounting to conduct during the course of litigation which is vexatious, unfounded, and dila- tory, such that it am

2020The affidavit by Sellers’ attorney stated 22 See Black, supra note 7. 23 Neeman v. Otoe County, 186 Neb. 370, 376 , 183 N.W.2d 269, 273 (1971). 24 See, Pan v. IOC Realty Specialist, 301 Neb. 256 , 918 N.W.2d 273 (2018); Kercher v. Board of Regents, 290 Neb. 428 , 860 N.W.2d 398 (2015). - 878 - Nebraska Supreme Court Advance Sheets 305 Nebraska Reports SELLERS v. REEFER SYSTEMS Cite as 305 Neb. 868 the total number of hours and the applicable rate, and it presented an expert opinion that both were reasonable.

2020The affidavit by Sellers’ attorney stated 22 See Black, supra note 7. 23 Neeman v. Otoe County, 186 Neb. 370, 376 , 183 N.W.2d 269, 273 (1971). 24 See, Pan v. IOC Realty Specialist, 301 Neb. 256 , 918 N.W.2d 273 (2018); Kercher v. Board of Regents, 290 Neb. 428 , 860 N.W.2d 398 (2015). - 878 - Nebraska Supreme Court Advance Sheets 305 Nebraska Reports SELLERS v. REEFER SYSTEMS Cite as 305 Neb. 868 the total number of hours and the applicable rate, and it presented an expert opinion that both were reasonable.

2020The affidavit by Sellers’ attorney stated 22 See Black, supra note 7. 23 Neeman v. Otoe County, 186 Neb. 370, 376 , 183 N.W.2d 269, 273 (1971). 24 See, Pan v. IOC Realty Specialist, 301 Neb. 256 , 918 N.W.2d 273 (2018); Kercher v. Board of Regents, 290 Neb. 428 , 860 N.W.2d 398 (2015). - 878 - Nebraska Supreme Court Advance Sheets 305 Nebraska Reports SELLERS v. REEFER SYSTEMS Cite as 305 Neb. 868 the total number of hours and the applicable rate, and it presented an expert opinion that both were reasonable.