When a law firm overreaches, it can affect not only that law firm’s reputation but can diminish the reputation of the profession itself. Such are the consequences of Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher, LLP’s application for fees and costs in Charles v. Seinfeld.
In a 21-page detailed opinion and order, the Southern District of New York eviscerated Gibson’s application for fees of $872,939.66 and costs of $100,918.71 (cumulatively $973,858.37) and awarded a total of $28,750, of which $92 were for costs. The ruling made national headlines.
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