Legal Opinion
In re the Arbitration between T. J. Stevenson & Co. & International Coal Corp.
New York Supreme Court
Decided January 5, 1953PublishedCited by 2 opinions
1Opinion of the CourtFelix C. Benvenga, J.
This is a motion to compel arbitration and for a stay of proceedings pending arbitration of an action instituted by respondent in the Municipal Court.
The principal question is whether this court has jurisdiction of the subject matter of this proceeding. The contention to the contrary is based on the fact that the charter party here involved is a maritime contract, and, as such, within the exclusive jurisdiction of the Federal courts.
That the contract was entered into is not disputed. It was made in this State, and provides for arbitration “in the City of New York” of “any dispute or…
2Cases cited7 opinions
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- Matter of Berkovitz v. . Arbib HoulbergNew York Court of Appeals · 1921
- American Reserve Insurance v. China InsuranceNew York Court of Appeals · 1948
- Christensen v. Morse Dry Dock & Repair Co.Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York · 1926
- In re the Arbitration between Liberty Country Wear, Inc. & Riordan Fabrics Co.New York Supreme Court · 1950
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3Cited by2 opinions
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