On August 19, 1981, James Nuhlicek (petitioner) commenced a proceeding in Family Court against his wife Paula Nuhlicek (respondent) for custody of their infant son. On September 1, 1981, respondent commenced a cross petition against her husband for custody of the same child. In due course, respondent's attorney requested an award of counsel fees. This request was denied by Family Court upon the ground that respondent was not indigent. This appeal ensued. There must be a modification...
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