Local Rule 83.5: Extraordinary Expenses for Indigent Clients

Local Rule 83.5 Extraordinary Expenses for Indigent Clients

(a) This Court currently maintains an attorneys fee fund to provide funds for extraordinary expenses incurred by counsel appointed by the court to represent indigent plaintiffs in civil actions.

(b) Counsel who wish to receive money from the fund for extraordinary expenses must file a written motion requesting the funds prior to expenditure and detailing the reasons why the funds are necessary.

(c) If a motion requesting extraordinary expenses is granted, appointed counsel must fill out completely the Claim Form for Reimbursement of expenses and file such with the Clerk of Court within 21 days from the date of final judgement.