Vivas v. Kauhimahu

OPINION OP THE COURT BY

HARTWELL, C.J.

The plaintiffs sued to recover $100 on a quantum meruit for their professional services to the defendant’s wife as her attorneys on her appeal to this court from a decree of divorce granted to the defendant, and in drawing and preparing briefs, typewriting and attendance in the matter, averring that the services were necessary for protecting and defending her rights. The defendant’s demurrer on the grounds that the complaint did not state a cause of action and showed that the court had no jurisdiction was sustained on both grounds. The plaintiffs appeal on…