Lawrence v. Miller

Catterson, J. (dissenting).

Because I believe that as a matter of law a legal fee of $40 million for five months’ work following years of litigation which was fully compensated on an hourly basis is unconscionable, I respectfully dissent and would void the agreement embodying that fee. Further, because of the allegations by plaintiff that the defendants violated certain provisions of the Code of Professional Responsibility, I would refer the defendants to the Departmental Disciplinary Committee.

I cannot agree with the majority’s view that the undisputed facts of this case are insufficient for…