In the Matter of Gregory Bynner JONES, Sr., Bankrupt

This appeal presents the question wheth- zr an attorney for the bankrupt is entitled :o compensation out of the bankrupt estate for services rendered to the bankrupt in defeating the oppositions to discharge filed by several creditors. The trial court held that attorneys’ fees for such services are not payable out of the estate. We agree. Because the bankruptcy at issue in this appeal was filed prior to the effective date of the new bankruptcy code, prior law applies. Under the terms of the previous Bankruptcy Act, attorneys’ fees are allowed only to compensate for professional services…