Finkelstein Newman L. L. P. v. Kalderon

OPINION OF THE COURT

Order entered October 25, 2000 modified by reversing so much thereof as granted partial summary judgment on the cause of action in quantum meruit; as modified, order affirmed, without costs.

Plaintiff law firm seeks recovery of fees incurred in the representation of defendant in a landlord-tenant dispute. The complaint asserts causes of action for breach of contract, account stated, and quantum meruit. Since it is clear from the record that plaintiff is suing for the outstanding balance on invoices billed in accordance with the parties’ retainer agreement, there can be no…