EF880AE1D9A31879872589DD005865B6 Hearing Summary

PUBLIC
BILL SUMMARY For UPDATE ON PENDING LITIGATION

JOINT COMMITTEE COMMITTEE ON LEGAL SERVICES
Date Jun 29, 2023
Location SCR 357

Update on pending litigation - Committee Discussion Only


	10:05:33 AM	Jerry Barry, OLLS, reviewed the pending litigation, summarized what has happened in the case, and gave an update that the plaintiffs have filed a notice of appeal. He also discussed whether it would be worth filing a motion for attorney fees and costs and explained that since the plaintiffs do not have resources to cover the costs it is likely not worthwhile to file the motion.
	10:07:52 AM	Senator Gonzales, chair, asked if the outside counsel is keeping track of their billable hours on their portion of the case and, if so, she would like the see the number.
	10:08:18 AM	Jerry Barry, OLLS, replied that yes, the outside counsel are tracking their hours.
	10:08:39 AM	Senator Gardner commented on going after the attorney fees and how even if they end up never being able to collect it may still make a difference in changing behavior in the future in serving as a deterrent but will cost more money.
	10:10:51 AM	No further discussion.