New Jersey § 2a:13-5
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 2a:13-5, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2a:13-5.
After the filing of a complaint or third-party complaint or the service of a pleading
containing a counterclaim or cross-claim, the attorney or counsellor at law, who shall
appear in the cause for the party instituting the action or maintaining the third-party
claim or counterclaim or cross-claim, shall have a lien for compensation, upon his
client's action, cause of action, claim or counterclaim or cross-claim, which shall
contain and attach to a verdict, report, decision, award, judgment or final order
in his client's favor, and the proceeds thereof in whosesoever hands they may come. The lien shall not be affected by any settlement between the parties before or after
judgment or final order, nor by the entry of satisfaction or cancellation of a judgment
on the record. The court in which the action or other proceeding is pending, upon the petition
of the attorney or counsellor at law, may determine and enforce the lien.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 2a:13-5
What does New Jersey Statutes § 2a:13-5 cover?
Section 2a:13-5 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite New Jersey § 2a:13-5?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 2a:13-5" (New Jersey). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of New Jersey law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the New Jersey official source linked on this page or consult a licensed New Jersey attorney.
How does New Jersey § 2a:13-5 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in New Jersey can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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