Louisiana § RS 13:3738 - Judicial demands for attorney fees
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 13:3738 — Judicial demands for attorney fees, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 13:3738. Judicial demands for attorney fees
In any claim for attorney fees, whether by main, incidental demand, or rule nisi, or otherwise, the court shall allow the introduction of all admissible evidence, in accordance with law, including real and documentary evidence and testimony, and shall allow oral and written argument in support thereof, and such evidence, testimony and argument shall be considered by the court in rendering judgment on the demand.
Added by Acts 1977, No. 651, §1.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 13:3738
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 13:3738 cover?
Section RS 13:3738 ("Judicial demands for attorney fees") is part of the Louisiana Civil Code, the codified statutory law of Louisiana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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