New York S03636 sets the compensation rate for attorneys representing clients assigned through the bar association.

New York S03636 amends the county law and judiciary law to establish the compensation rate for attorneys representing clients assigned through the bar association. Attorneys will receive $158 per hour for time spent in court and $58 per hour for time spent out of court, with reimbursement for expenses. The bill also sets a cap of $10,000 on compensation for representation, with exceptions for appellate court representation. The state will fund any additional expenses exceeding $60 per hour.

New York S03636 sets the compensation rate for attorneys representing clients assigned through the bar association.

New York S03636 amends the county law and judiciary law to establish the compensation rate for attorneys representing clients assigned through the bar association. Attorneys will receive $158 per hour for time spent in court and $58 per hour for time spent out of court, with reimbursement for expenses. The bill also sets a cap of $10,000 on compensation for representation, with exceptions for appellate court representation. The state will fund any additional expenses exceeding $60 per hour.