Len Herndon Co. v. Polk

The bill in this cause was filed by complainant, Len Herndon Company, Inc., to recover the sum of $1,169.27 of defendant, Robert H. Polk, an attorney of Franklin. There was a written contract between the parties, under the terms of which complainant was to make certain improvements in defendant’s law offices in Franklin, such as remodeling, decorating, etc.

The bill charged that defendant is insolvent and owes numerous other creditors, and that he has admitted his inability to pay his debts. The bill further charged that defendant has no legal interest in the property, but does own a small…