There is a set course of action to file grievances within the system, the fact that Larry either didn't take the time to learn them, or didn't really care to, says a lot about Larry as an attorney.
Rick Ramirez is bound to observe regulations until he exhausts all resources, a good lawyer would have advised him of this, and been waiting to file that suit ONCE all internal venues had been exhausted.
Not before he had is FIRST internal hearing like JW did.