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Trump Uses Conviction to Fundraise After Millions of Donations Go to Legal Costs

Donald Trump raised tens of millions in donations after being convicted of a crime, with hefty legal fees and ongoing criminal charges ahead.

Trump has refused to pay 290,000 in legal fees after case dismissed in UK, court told

Trump refuses to pay $360,000 in legal fees after his lawsuit against a private firm was dismissed.
He claims sovereign immunity despite the lawsuit being a private matter.

Are Trump's Loser Lawyers Part Of A Deep State Conspiracy Or Merely Using His Supporters To Enrich Themselves?

Trump spent $50 million on legal fees and expenses in 2020.
Despite the high spending, Trump keeps losing in court.

Rudy Giuliani Claims Trump Campaign Owes Him $2 Million

Rudy Giuliani claims that Trump's 2020 campaign owes him $2 million in legal fees.
Giuliani filed for bankruptcy in December after being ordered to pay $148 million in damages to election workers he defamed.

Trump Uses Conviction to Fundraise After Millions of Donations Go to Legal Costs

Donald Trump raised tens of millions in donations after being convicted of a crime, with hefty legal fees and ongoing criminal charges ahead.

Trump has refused to pay 290,000 in legal fees after case dismissed in UK, court told

Trump refuses to pay $360,000 in legal fees after his lawsuit against a private firm was dismissed.
He claims sovereign immunity despite the lawsuit being a private matter.

Are Trump's Loser Lawyers Part Of A Deep State Conspiracy Or Merely Using His Supporters To Enrich Themselves?

Trump spent $50 million on legal fees and expenses in 2020.
Despite the high spending, Trump keeps losing in court.

Rudy Giuliani Claims Trump Campaign Owes Him $2 Million

Rudy Giuliani claims that Trump's 2020 campaign owes him $2 million in legal fees.
Giuliani filed for bankruptcy in December after being ordered to pay $148 million in damages to election workers he defamed.
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#ireland

State paid out 3.5m to William Fry for legal advice in the Apple tax case

The legal fees for the Apple case totaled €10.176 million, with significant payments made to various lawyers and firms over 12 years.

William Fry paid 3.5m for Apple tax case advice

Legal fees for Apple tax case totaled €10.176 million, with key contributors being prominent legal firms and barristers, including future judges.

State paid out 3.5m to William Fry for legal advice in the Apple tax case

The legal fees for the Apple case totaled €10.176 million, with significant payments made to various lawyers and firms over 12 years.

William Fry paid 3.5m for Apple tax case advice

Legal fees for Apple tax case totaled €10.176 million, with key contributors being prominent legal firms and barristers, including future judges.
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#donations

NYC Mayor Adams' defense fund in corruption case owes $735K as legal fees pile up - and donors disappear

Adams' legal defense fund is over $735,000 in debt as donations sharply decline amid ongoing legal battles.

Scoop: DNC covered Biden legal bills in special counsel probe

The DNC paid over $1.5 million to lawyers representing Biden during a probe into his handling of classified documents, leading to no charges being pursued.

NYC Mayor Adams' defense fund in corruption case owes $735K as legal fees pile up - and donors disappear

Adams' legal defense fund is over $735,000 in debt as donations sharply decline amid ongoing legal battles.

Scoop: DNC covered Biden legal bills in special counsel probe

The DNC paid over $1.5 million to lawyers representing Biden during a probe into his handling of classified documents, leading to no charges being pursued.
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#supreme-court

Morning Docket: 01.09.25

Trump's conversation with Alito precedes his Supreme Court actions regarding state law convictions.
Delaware's legal fee ruling shows the absurdity of Musk's initial compensation request.

Colorado will pay $1.5 million to a Christian web designer who won the right to discriminate - LGBTQ Nation

Colorado to pay $1.5 million in legal fees to anti-LGBTQ+ web designer Smith after Supreme Court ruling affirms free speech over anti-discrimination protections.

Morning Docket: 01.09.25

Trump's conversation with Alito precedes his Supreme Court actions regarding state law convictions.
Delaware's legal fee ruling shows the absurdity of Musk's initial compensation request.

Colorado will pay $1.5 million to a Christian web designer who won the right to discriminate - LGBTQ Nation

Colorado to pay $1.5 million in legal fees to anti-LGBTQ+ web designer Smith after Supreme Court ruling affirms free speech over anti-discrimination protections.
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Judge Rules Fani Willis Pay $21K In Attorney's Fees After Flouting Open Records Laws in Jan. 6 Docs Case

Fani Willis' office was fined for ignoring Georgia's Open Records Act, which reveals potential misconduct related to January 6th investigations.

MPs say Post Office should not oversee Horizon compensation schemes

The Post Office should not oversee redress schemes for Horizon scandal victims to avoid further delays in justice.

Lawyer Walks Right Off Job After Fee Cut From $200/Hour To $15/Hour

Millersville city attorney Bryant Kroll resigned after the commission proposed an extreme pay cut, highlighting tensions between city officials and legal fees.
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Marilyn Manson drops Evan Rachel Wood defamation lawsuit

Marilyn Manson dropped his defamation lawsuit against Evan Rachel Wood, agreeing to pay nearly $327,000 in legal fees after his claims were dismissed.

Marilyn Manson Drops Lawsuit Against Evan Rachel Wood, Agrees to Pay Legal Fees

Marilyn Manson is withdrawing his lawsuit against Evan Rachel Wood, agreeing to pay her legal fees and marking a closure to this chapter.

Rocker Marilyn Manson drops lawsuit against Evan Rachel Wood, will pay legal fees

Marilyn Manson dropped his lawsuit against Evan Rachel Wood and will pay $327,000 in attorney fees.

Marilyn Manson drops Evan Rachel Wood defamation lawsuit

Marilyn Manson dropped his defamation lawsuit against Evan Rachel Wood, agreeing to pay nearly $327,000 in legal fees after his claims were dismissed.

Marilyn Manson Drops Lawsuit Against Evan Rachel Wood, Agrees to Pay Legal Fees

Marilyn Manson is withdrawing his lawsuit against Evan Rachel Wood, agreeing to pay her legal fees and marking a closure to this chapter.

Rocker Marilyn Manson drops lawsuit against Evan Rachel Wood, will pay legal fees

Marilyn Manson dropped his lawsuit against Evan Rachel Wood and will pay $327,000 in attorney fees.
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Federal Judges Lays Into Biglaw Attorneys For Running Up Legal Bills

Judge Talwani criticized law firms for over-litigating and increasing legal fees in a complex case involving Advent International and Servicios Funerarios GG.

Developments In Equity Partnerships! - See Also

Mergers in legal firms lead to all-equity partnerships and significant shifts in the industry.

Giuliani Tries to Protect Trump, Despite Unpaid $2 Million Legal Bill

Giuliani claims Trump campaign owes him $2 million for legal work, despite Trump's refusal to pay.

Coleen Rooney legal bill is 1.8m from Wagatha Christie battle, court hears

Coleen Rooney's legal fees in the Wagatha Christie case exceeded 1.8 million, raising concerns over excessive costs in high-profile libel trials.

I Transferred A Balance To Save On Interest: How It Worked And What I Learned

Visa applications can become costly despite low application fees due to travel and legal assistance expenses.
Mistakes during the application process can lead to significant additional costs.

Disputed lawyers' bills reduced by 8.9m last year as costs revealed

Legal fees for contested cases are decreasing significantly amidst rising adjudication applications.
There is a prominent increase in challenges to legal bill assessments, reflecting client concerns.

Plaintiffs' attorneys seek $220M from NAR, HomeServices commission lawsuit settlements

Plaintiffs' attorneys are requesting a significant portion of the $679 million settlement for their extensive efforts in challenging real estate commissions.

A couple say they spent $400,000 trying to regain access to Disney's exclusive club and lost the legal battle

The Andersons spent $400,000 in legal fees to regain membership in Disney's exclusive Club 33 but lost their case.

Top Truth Social execs-including the CEO-are shedding stock before Trump even can

Trump faces financial challenges due to high legal expenses and a failed stock performance of Truth Social.

Criticizing plaintiff's 'chutzpah,' federal judge holds lawyer jointly responsible for over $207K in legal fees

The federal judge deemed the entire patent lawsuit frivolous, holding the lawyer and his client liable for over $207K in legal fees.
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Judge in Musk pay package case warned of massive legal fee windfall

Massive legal fees in high-profile cases can pose significant risks and raise questions about appropriateness and justification.
The legal team's fee request for Elon Musk's case sparked discussions on the limits of legal compensation in high-stakes litigation.

Tesla legal team looks to delay July hearing in Musk comp package case

Elon Musk's legal team seeks delay in hearing to determine legal fees related to challenge of 2018 Performance Award.

Morning Docket: 01.31.24

Elon Musk's Tesla pay package careens into wall and catches fire.
The annoyance of lawyers being treated like children.
The misconception of ChatGPT being a legal research tool.
Trump donors paying $50 million in legal fees last year.
The correlation between high school debaters and great lawyers.

Tesla shareholder secures legal team to challenge plaintiff's $5B fee request in Tornetta v Musk case

Tesla shareholder challenges $5.1 billion fee request in Tornetta vs. Musk case.

Judge in Musk pay package case warned of massive legal fee windfall

Massive legal fees in high-profile cases can pose significant risks and raise questions about appropriateness and justification.
The legal team's fee request for Elon Musk's case sparked discussions on the limits of legal compensation in high-stakes litigation.

Tesla legal team looks to delay July hearing in Musk comp package case

Elon Musk's legal team seeks delay in hearing to determine legal fees related to challenge of 2018 Performance Award.

Morning Docket: 01.31.24

Elon Musk's Tesla pay package careens into wall and catches fire.
The annoyance of lawyers being treated like children.
The misconception of ChatGPT being a legal research tool.
Trump donors paying $50 million in legal fees last year.
The correlation between high school debaters and great lawyers.

Tesla shareholder secures legal team to challenge plaintiff's $5B fee request in Tornetta v Musk case

Tesla shareholder challenges $5.1 billion fee request in Tornetta vs. Musk case.
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5 months ago

City sues Boston police union to avoid paying acquitted officers' legal fees

The City of Boston must pay $279,899 in legal fees for acquitted police officers under collective bargaining agreement rules.

State employees union appeals remote work decision to Nebraska Supreme Court * Nebraska Examiner

Nebraska state employees' union appeals labor court's decision on remote work policy.

This Is Why People Hate Lawyers - See Also

Ohio Supreme Court rules 'Boneless' may still contain bones, causes confusion on food labeling.

303 Creative Web Designer Needs Somebody To Cover Her Legal Fees

Businesses seeking discrimination protection may incur substantial legal fees, providing a financial perspective on the Supreme Court's decisions.

A county commissioner is representing Diaz de la Portilla in criminal corruption case

Keon Hardemon, a criminal defense attorney, quietly working with legal team representing Alex Díaz de la Portilla in bribery and money laundering case.
Hardemon, paid $25,000 by de la Portilla's political committee for 'legal fees', assists in demonstrating charges as political and fabricated.

Lawyers Should Share Their Billable Hour Rates With Other Attorneys

Sharing salary information can empower employees.
Legal fees can vary significantly based on factors like experience and firm size.

Kasowitz Benson sues former Gibson Dunn partner for nearly $500K in latest suit seeking legal fees

Kasowitz Benson Torres is suing a former Gibson Dunn partner for nearly $500,000 in legal fees.
The firm has initiated multiple court actions against former clients for a total of $5.2 million in legal fees.

The Morning Risk Report: Gunvor Unit to Pay $661 Million After Pleading Guilty in Bribery Scheme

Gunvor Group to pay $661 million for bribery
Tesla lawyers seek $5.6 billion in stock for legal fees
Swiss central banker Thomas Jordan steps down

Use of ChatGPT to support fee bid is 'utterly and unusually unpersuasive,' federal judge says

Judge reduced law firm's fee request by half due to ChatGPT use
Proper references essential for determining prevailing market rates

Firm Submits Fee Request Based On ChatGPT Search... Judge Is Less Than Impressed

Judge Engelmayer is skeptical of using artificial intelligence like ChatGPT to determine reasonable fees for legal services.
The Cuddy Law Firm's attempt to justify high fees using ChatGPT data was deemed unpersuasive and inappropriate.
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11 months ago

Turns out you can get sued for putting your own face on a shower curtain

Cam'ron (formerly Killa Cam) sued for copyright infringement after using his image on merchandise without proper licensing.
Federal court fined Cam'ron $51,221.50 for damages and legal fees, significantly more than the original licensing fee of $5,790.

OGC's Managing Partner On Why An Alternative Approach To The 'Broken' Billable Hour Is Needed

Companies complain about high legal fees but they continue to rise every year.
OGC is a boutique firm that offers affordable and predictable legal counsel services.
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