Revised Code of Washington
Wash. Rev. Code § 7.70.070 (2026)
Attorneys' fees
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The court shall, in any action under this chapter, determine the reasonableness of each party's attorneys fees. The court shall take into consideration the following:
(1) The time and labor required, the novelty and difficulty of the questions involved, and the skill requisite to perform the legal service properly;
(2) The likelihood, if apparent to the client, that the acceptance of the particular employment will preclude other employment by the lawyer;
(3) The fee customarily charged in the locality for similar legal services;
(4) The amount involved and the results obtained;
(5) The time limitations imposed by the client or by the circumstances;
(6) The nature and length of the professional relationship with the client;
(7) The experience, reputation, and ability of the lawyer or lawyers performing the services;
(8) Whether the fee is fixed or contingent.
[1975-'76 2nd ex.s. c 56 s 12.]
Notes:
Severability—1975-'76 2nd ex.s. c 56: See note following RCW 4.16.350.
Attorneys' fees: Chapter 4.84 RCW.
Notes of Decisions
Cited in 2
cases, 2013–2013 · leading case: Young Soo Kim v. Choong-Hyun Lee, 300 P.3d 431 (Wash. Ct. App. 2013).
Young Soo Kim v. Choong-Hyun Lee, 300 P.3d 431 (Wash. Ct. App. 2013). “1 and RCW 7.70.070. Because he does not prevail on appeal, the request is denied.”
Young Soo Kim v. Choong-hyun Lee (Wash. Ct. App. 2013). “1 and RCW 7.70.070. Because he does not prevail on appeal, the request is denied.”
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