Rule 6.6. Compensation of Appointed Counsel

(a) Where to File a Compensation Claim A private attorney appointed to represent an indigent defendant must file a claim for compensation as provided by local rule in the county in which the appointment was made or from which the appeal was taken.

(b) When to File a Compensation Claim

(1) Trial Court Trial counsel may file claims for compensation at intervals permitted by the court, and must file a final claim at the completion of all trial, sentencing, or post-conviction proceedings.

(2) Appellate Court Appellate counsel may file claims for compensation at intervals permitted by the court, and must file a final claim at the completion of all appellate proceedings.

(c) Proceedings in a Limited Jurisdiction Court An attorney is entitled to compensation for services rendered in a limited jurisdiction court.

(d) Amount of Compensation An attorney must be reasonably compensated for the services performed, considering the hours worked, the experience of counsel, the seriousness and complexity of the case, the quality of the work performed, and any other relevant factors. The manner of determining reasonable compensation is provided by local rule and A.R.S. § 13-4013.