In a practice where one bills on the basis of block fees for a particular project or result, the question «Can you be a good lawyer if you are only billing 1200 hours per year» becomes even sillier than David Chiefetz cheekily makes it out to be. (slaw.ca)
The bill released Monday comes after the conclusion of a commission to study the issue, formed after Cuomo and state lawmakers blocked a fee on plastic bags in New York City from taking effect. (nystateofpolitics.com)
Anecdotal reports from many prospective applicants indicate that legal aid eligibility ain't what it used to be and Legal Aid's stuttering re-introduction of block fees for many simple cases is reminiscent of a return to the system that bankrupted the plan years ago in the first place. (slaw.ca)