If an attorney claims a lien upon the money or papers under AS 34.35.430, the court, in making an order under AS 22.20.080, shall
(1) impose, as a condition of making the order, that the client give security, in form and amount to be directed, to satisfy the lien when determined in an action;
(2) summarily inquire into the facts on which the claim of a lien is founded, and determine it; or
(3) direct the trial of the controversy by a jury, or refer it, and upon the verdict or report determine it as in other cases.
Structure Alaska Statutes
Chapter 20. Judicial Officers, Employees, and Council; Attorneys
Sec. 22.20.050. Authority to bind client, receive money or property, and give discharge.
Sec. 22.20.060. Appearance of attorney without authority.
Sec. 22.20.070. Requiring proof of authority.
Sec. 22.20.080. Compelling attorney to deliver over money or papers.
Sec. 22.20.090. Court order to deliver over money or papers.