Leasing Fee Dispute with Property Manager

[Jesse Tannetta]

I have a property management company that filled my vacant duplex in September.  They charged me a leasing fee for placing the tenants, which I know is industry standard. However, the language in the contract I have with them is below and sounds to me like the tenant should have been responsible. Any insight on whether this is correct or if I should continue to dispute it with them?

"Broker and owner agree to a leasing fee equal to 1 month’s rent paid at the time of tenant lease signing and paid by the tenant."