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Would Attorneys be able to claim time for entering the billing in the eVoucher system?

Type: 
CJA Attorneys FAQ
Answer: 

This is non-reimbursable general office overhead under, e.g., Guide Vol 7A, § 230.66.10.

http://www.uscourts.gov/rules-policies/judiciary-policies/cja-guidelines/chapter-2-ss-230-compensation-and-expenses#a230_66

(a) General office overhead includes general office expenses that would normally be reflected in the fee charged to the client. The statutory fee is intended to include compensation for these general office expenses.

(b) Except in extraordinary circumstances (see:§ 320.70.30), whether work is performed by counsel or other personnel, the following expenses associated with CJA representation are not reimbursable:

  • personnel
  • rent;
  • telephone service; and
  • secretarial.