CALIFORNIA FAMILY LAW
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Attorney Fees
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Amount
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Factors Considered
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Court may order fees even if requesting party has assets from which fees could be paid. Comparative wealth considered.
If attorney’s fees have been requested by either party, I&E section dealing with assets must be fully completed.
Need-based attorney fee order properly made to party worth $14M based on their “relative” need.
Supported spouse not required to impair capital.