Bonner v. Goonewardene

OPINION OF THE COURT

Philip S. Straniere, J.

Claimant, Amanda Bonner, an attorney at law, commenced this small claims action against the defendant, Chandrani Goonewardene, also known as Chandrani Nawagamu, alleging that the defendant failed to pay for legal services rendered in a custody proceeding in Family Court, Richmond County. Defendant defaulted in appearing and answering and on April 28, 2005 the claimant, after inquest, was awarded a judgment of $4,500 for legal services rendered plus costs of $20. Currently before the court is a motion by the defendant to vacate the judgment.

In support…