HB706

Montana HB706 requires prevailing parties to show certain documentation when seeking attorney fees from the state.

Montana HB706 revises requirements for awarding attorney fees when a party prevails against the state government. Prevailing parties must provide an engagement letter or representation agreement, daily documentation of work performed, and proof of payment of invoices. These requirements do not apply if the prevailing party's income and assets did not exceed $250,000 at the end of the most recent fiscal year. Parties may redact information protected by attorney-client privilege.