Manatt, Phelps & Phillips v. K&F Hollywood Galleria
Published: Oct. 24, 1998 | Result Date: Mar. 10, 1998 | Filing Date: Jan. 1, 1900 |Case number: BC130939 Verdict – $279,345
Judge
Court
L.A. Superior Central
Attorneys
Plaintiff
Defendant
Facts
Plaintiff, Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, a law firm, were retained by defendant Joseph Kornwasse to represent defendants in a construction loan. The plaintiff subsequently performed services in connection with litigation relating to the construction project. The plaintiff law firm brought this breach of contract action, seeking legal fees rendered pursuant to the retainer agreement. The defendant claimed a conflict of interest and legal malpractice as a set-off, that the contract was voidable, and that the fees were excessive.
Settlement Discussions
The plaintiff made a C.C.P. º998 settlement demand for $175,000 The defendant offered $50,000.
Other Information
The verdict was reached approximately two years and eight months after the case was filed.
Deliberation
four hours
Poll
12-0; 10-2
Length
eight days
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