The Next Generation of Appellate Practice in New York: Understanding the Evolving Rule Changes

Originally held on Tuesday, February 4, 2020 | 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Program Co-Instructors:

Tina A. Fisher
Senior Appellate Counsel
Counsel Press Inc.

Vince Wiscovitch
Senior Appellate Counsel
Counsel Press Inc.

  • The four departments of the Appellate Division recently enacted comprehensive rules that have changed appellate practice in New York State. This program will provide a detailed overview of the new developments in appellate procedure, including electronic filing, implementation of the statewide practice rules of the Appellate Division, and individual department rules. With over 30 years of experience, specializing in appellate practice and procedure, Tina Fisher and Vince Wiscovitch will provide insight into the best practices for navigating these new changes.

    Who Should Attend: Appellate practitioners and litigators who may find themselves engaged in an appeal.

    Program Fee:
    $149 for Members | $249 for Nonmembers

    Members who are Recent Law Graduates, Newly Admitted Lawyers (admitted for the first time in any state or country 2018-2020), In-House/Corporate Counsel, Judges, or attorneys that practice within the Government, Academic or Not-for-Profit sectors attend this program for free.

  • 6:00 pm – 6:05 pm Introductions
    6:05 pm – 6:35 pm Overview of Electronic Filing Rules of the Appellate Division
    6:35 pm – 7:50 pm Overview of the Statewide Practice Rules of the Appellate Division for Taking and Perfecting an Appeal
    7:50 pm – 8:00 pm Break
    8:00 pm – 8:20 pm Overview of Individual Department Rules of Practice
    8:20 pm – 8:50 pm Rules of Practice in the New York Court of Appeals
    8:50 pm – 9:00 pm Q&A

  • New York: 3.0 Professional Practice
    New Jersey: 3.2 General
    California: 2.5 General
    Pennsylvania: 2.5 General
    Connecticut: Available to Licensed Attorneys

  • Sponsored by:

    Counsel Press

    Sponsorship Opportunities are Available! Please Contact:
    Angie Avila, Manager, Membership Outreach and Sponsorships | (212) 382-6608 | aavila@nycbar.org