Code of Federal Regulations (Last Updated: July 5, 2024) |
Title 10 - Energy |
Chapter III - Department of Energy |
Part 719 - Contractor Legal Management Requirements |
Subpart E - Reimbursement of Costs Subject to This Part |
§ 719.41 - How does the Department determine whether fees are reasonable?
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§ 719.41 How does the Department determine whether fees are reasonable?
In determining whether fees or rates charged by retained legal counsel are reasonable, the Department may consider among other things:
(a) Whether the lowest reasonably achievable fees or rates (including any currently available or negotiable discounts) were obtained from retained legal counsel;
(b) Whether lower rates from other firms providing comparable services, at appropriate competency and experience levels, were available;
(c) Whether alternative rate structures such as flat, contingent, and other innovative proposals, were considered; and
(d) The complexity of the legal matter and the expertise of the law firm in this area.