Curtis v. Estate of Fagan

Opinion

HOLLENHORST, Acting P. J.

As part of a minor’s compromise, the trial court granted Gregory M. Lloyd’s request for quantum meruit attorney fees incurred in his capacity as minor’s former attorney. Minor’s present attorney, Gary J. Bryant, appeals, contending the court lacked jurisdiction to award such fees. He further challenges the sufficiency of the evidence to support the amount of fees awarded to Lloyd.

Facts and Procedural History

The father of minor Zzyzx Aaron Curtis died on September 18, 1995, as a result of injuries sustained in an accident occurring on August 12, 1995. On…