The Surrogate did not err in awarding the fees at issue. After counsel estimated the costs of handling the estate, the matter became more complicated than a routine matter, as had been believed initially. Objections were filed and the accounting became contested, requiring a hearing and the retention of trial counsel. In awarding the fees, the court properly considered the results achieved, the bitter nature of the contest which necessitated many of the services, the size...
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