Appellate Advocacy
An appellate outcome is equally important to a trial or lower court outcome. Appeals often have precedent setting significance with impact far beyond a single matter. Success at the appellate level requires different skills than those applied at trial. It is important to understand the appellate bench and the perfection of the record.
Our appellate lawyers’ analytical, writing, and oral advocacy skills are honed for success on appeal. Our lawyers have served as judicial law clerks to trial and appellate court judges, providing insight into the working of the priorities and decision-making of the bench.
In addition to working as a cogent team with our practice groups, our Appellate Practice Group often parachutes into matters handled by separate trial counsel. We are regularly sought in this regard to serve as appellate monitoring counsel during trial. Clients also engage us to write amicus curiae briefs, and to work with other trial counsel to ensure that litigated matters are properly postured for appeal.
If you need legal advice or assistance from international appellate lawyers, our team of professional lawyers at Gerber Ciano Kelly Brady, LLP can help you file an appeal. To schedule a consultation, you may contact us here.
Fear No More - Court of Appeal Rejects Treble Damages Against Municipality
The New York Court of Appeals recently addressed whether treble damages can be assessed against a municipality. In Rosbaugh v Town of Lodi, the Court concluded that even though a statute—here RPAPL 861—provided for treble damages, a court cannot assess that category of damages against a municipality.
Gerber Ciano Kelly Brady Announces Collaboration with Italian Law Firm Rödl & Partner Italy
NEW YORK, March 25, 2025 — Gerber Ciano Kelly Brady LLP announces its mutual collaboration with the Italian law firm Rödl & Partner Italy, a professional association (part of the international multidisciplinary law firm Rödl & Partner).
Filing a Mechanic’s Lien without An Attorney Is Allowed but Difficult to Do Correctly
I don’t recommend that contractors file their own mechanic’s liens without the aid of an attorney
2025 Top Women NY Metro Super Lawyers
Gerber Ciano Kelly Brady LLP is honored to announce that six of its lawyers have been named to the Super Lawyers list of 2025 Top Women Lawyers in their respective practice areas in the New York Metro area.