Larrison v. Scarola Reavis & Parent LLP

OPINION OF THE COURT

Ronald A. Zweibel, J.

Petitioner Deborah Larrison moves this court for an order preliminarily enjoining arbitration commenced by respondent Scarola Reavis & Parent LLP (SRP) for legal fees, pending a determination of whether such a claim is in fact arbitrable. According to petitioner, SRP’s claim for legal fees is not arbitrable before the American Arbitration Association because the “arbitration provision” and the “engagement letter” violate public policy and therefore, are unenforceable. Petitioner argues that SRP failed to follow the proper procedures in obtaining…