Plaintiff Who Hasn't Paid Legal Bills Can't Pursue Equitable Relief in Malpractice Claim, Judge Rules
"The overarching flaw in plaintiff's case is that her breach of contract claim is premised upon a contract she alleges [...] is itself hopelessly flawed," the judge wrote.
September 04, 2024 at 04:59 PM
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Fee DisputesThe original version of this story was published on New York Law Journal
A Manhattan judge has dismissed an action against Boies Schiller Flexner for alleged overbilling, ruling the plaintiff cannot pursue equitable claims against the firm given her outstanding, unpaid legal fees.
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