Lee v. Mulford

DONALD W. LEMONS, Justice.

In this appeal, we consider whether the trial court erred in confirming the jury's verdict and refusing to award attorney's fees in a post-verdict proceeding. For the reasons discussed below, we will affirm the judgment of the trial court.

I. Facts and Proceedings Below

Wayne M. Lee ("Lee") sued Preston Mulford ("Mulford") on a promissory note in an action brought in the Circuit Court of Arlington County. Lee sought damages in the amount of $130,648.26, plus interest, attorney's fees, and costs. Mulford filed a counterclaim and affirmative defense alleging fraud. The…