Legal Opinion
Coates v. District of Columbia
District Court, District of Columbia
Decided February 3, 2015No. Civil Action No. 2014-0968PublishedCited by 4 opinions
1Opinion of the Court
MEMORANDUM OPINION
ROSEMARY M. COLLYER, United States District Judge
After prevailing in an administrative action under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act on behalf of her child, Regina Coates sues the District of Columbia for attorney fees and costs. The parties filed cross motions for summary judgment. As a prevailing party, Ms. Coates is entitled to reasonable attorney fees and costs. Having considered the record closely, the Court will reduce the attorney’s hourly rate, strike attorney hours spent on an unsuccessful pre-hearing motion, and reduce charges, for travel time,…
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