Simpson Performance Products, Inc. v. Robert W. Horn, P.C.

VOIGT, Justice.

[11] The appellant, Simpson Performance Products, Inc. (SPP), hired the appellee, Robert W. Horn (Horn), to conduct an investigation and to provide legal counsel regard"ing a possible lawsuit by SPP against the National Association of Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR). Upon completing his work, Horn submitted a bill to SPP for $40,388.29 for legal fees and costs. SPP paid Horn $20,000.00, but refused to pay the balance. Horn sued SPP to collect the outstanding amount. The district court found in favor of Horn. SPP now appeals, claiming that Horn is not entitled to the entire fee…