Is an attorney employed by the bankruptcy estate entitled to reasonable compensation and reimbursement for "actual, necessary expenses"?
MultiRegion, United States of America
The following excerpt is from In re McCray, Case No. 15-23586-B-7, DC No. HCS-8 (Bankr. E.D. Cal. 2017):
An attorney employed by the bankruptcy estate is entitled to reasonable compensation for "actual, necessary services" and reimbursement for "actual, necessary expenses." 11 U.S.C. 330(a)(1). The applicant bears the burden of proof. Hensley v. Eckerhart, 461 U.S. 424, 437 (1983). In fixing the amount of a reasonable fee, the court considers all relevant factors. See 11
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U.S.C. 330(a)(3)(A)-(F).
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