Huff v. Gentry

Nadean Huff, a beneficiary of the McAr-thur estate, appeals an award of attorney’s fees adjudicated against her in her individual capacity. The case was tried in the probate division in which the estate is being administered apparently by consent of the parties. The prevailing attorney, John A. Gentry, cross appeals, complaining that the award is inadequate. Both sides ably presented their case before the trial court and here, which has been helpful.

We are guided by the general rule that the amount of an attorney fee award is a matter of discretion and will not be disturbed absent a clear…