Sellars v. First Natl. Bank of Defuniak Springs

This appeal brings for review final decree in foreclosure proceedings, awarding foreclosure of a mortgage and allowing an attorney’s fee of $624.00.

It is contended that the allegations and proof as to the contract of employment between plaintiff bank and its solicitor are insufficient upon which to predicate the allowance of attorney’s fees in the final decree.

The sixth paragraph of the bill of complaint alleged in the following language, plaintiff’s employment of a solicitor, and its engagement to pay him for his services:

“That said notes and mortgage contain provisions to the effect that…