Illinois Appellate Court Upholds Defense Counsel’s $21K In Attorneys Fees In Commercial Tenancy Dispute

A defense counsel’s award of over $21,000 in attorney fees in a commercial lease dispute was upheld in February by a three-judge panel for and Illinois appellate court, finding the plaintiff did not fully establish the shortfalls of the fee petition.

4 minute read March 01, 2025 at 12:05 AM

Marianna Wharry

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