Maben v. Norvell

1 The subject matter of this action is an attorneys fee to be collected by Norvells estate on a contingent fee contract, or contract for fee to be allowed Norvell, in an action before the Mexican Claims Commission. Plaintiff contends that while that action was pending Maben acquired from Norvell a fifteen percent interest in the fee for cash advanced to Norvell, and for assistance rendered in the case. The claim and action referred to as the "Mexicali" case was successful and the amount of the fee therein awarded and to be paid to Norvells estate in subsequent payments of installments is admitted. Both Norvell and Maben were elderly men, long time friends and experienced attorneys. Both men died within a few days of each other.