Linda D. v. Peter D.

OPINION OF THE COURT

Louis A. Barone, J.

The petitioner, Linda D., moved for an award of counsel fees in the sum of $3,278 against respondent. Petitioner alleges she incurred these legal expenses when, because of respondent’s actions, she was required to file and prosecute a petition for violation of an order of protection against the respondent. Respondent opposed the motion and the matter was set for hearing on October 16, 1991.

The petitioner was awarded an order of protection on consent against the respondent. Upon his alleged violation she filed a violation petition. On the return date of…