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Everyday Law · Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York

Sep 30, 2026 · 2025-02588 · Appeal

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Lawyers fight over fee split after medical case win

Two attorneys dispute how to share winnings from a malpractice case.

TL;DR

  1. 1Molina and KDLM worked on a medical malpractice case together.
  2. 2Molina wants 50% of the fees, but KDLM claims a 75% share under a deal.
  3. 3The court must decide if the fee-sharing agreement is valid.

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Should the fee-sharing agreement give 75% of the fees to KDLM?

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