Never worry again about the filing requirements in the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit. This CLE will teach you the what, when, and how of practicing as a successful appeals attorney, from filing the notice of appeal to briefing, argument, and post-judgment petitions.

Topics List:

• Overview of Second Circuit Appellate Jurisdiction and Procedural Rules
• Docketing an Appeal: Deadlines, Forms, and Filing Requirements
• Drafting Winning Appellate Briefs: Structure and Legal Argumentation
• Navigating the Appendix: Required Documents and Formatting Guidelines
• Oral Argument Best Practices: Answering Questions and Persuading the Panel
• Motions in the Second Circuit: Common Requests and Pitfalls to Avoid
• Summary Orders vs. Published Opinions: Understanding the Impact
• En Banc Review: When and How to Request Reconsideration
• Electronic Filing and Compliance with CM/ECF System
• Ethical Considerations in Appellate Practice