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.
The One Two Punch: Court Grants Summary Judgment Dismissing Case on 2 Grounds
In a significant win for our client, the Supreme Court, Queens County granted summary judgment in a slip-and-fall action involving a serious ankle fracture.
STOP-DO NOT PASS GO: Court Shuts Down Plaintiff's Attempt to Try Damages Together with Liability
When it is time for trial, plaintiffs always look for an advantage. This can mean when a case is weak on liability or when liability will be difficult to prove, letting a jury know about the severity of plaintiff’s injuries
JUST SIGNED: Governor Expands Use of Affirmations in Civil Cases
Governor Hochul has signed S.8195, which many practitioners will recognize as the expansion of use of Affirmations in lieu of Affidavits in all civil matters. This does not solely impact summary-judgment motions.
Chipping Away at Fraud Article
This battle has been going on for several years and continues. We previously told you about a recent First Department case “Is the Tide Turning” where the Appellate Division allowed a plaintiff to be questioned at his deposition about RICO suits.
