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Circuit Breaker: Avoid Pitfalls in Appellate Procedure

Master the Federal Rules of Appellate Procedure to avoid costly errors and confidently navigate the appeals process. Elevate your legal practice with strategic brief writing.

Created byNYS Academy of Trial Lawyers
BeginnerUpdated Aug 6, 2025
Circuit Breaker: Avoid Pitfalls in Appellate Procedure

What You'll Learn

check_circleIdentify common federal appellate pitfalls.
check_circleMaster federal rules of appellate procedure.
check_circleStrategize effective brief writing for federal courts.
check_circleEnhance oral argument skills in federal appeals.
check_circleDifferentiate circuit-specific federal procedures.
check_circleNavigate complex federal appeals confidently.

About This Course

The Federal Rules of Appellate Procedure vary among the thirteen Circuits.

This CLE will provide you with the necessary information on proper procedures for filings, including but not limited to timing and submission requirements.

You'll gain a comprehensive understanding of key areas, including:

  • Appellate strategy and practice in federal courts.
  • Understanding basic appellate terms and their implications.
  • Navigating the critical notice of appeal and its strict deadlines.
  • Mastering preliminary court filings and their varied requirements across circuits.
  • Preparing and filing essential documents like the appendix and excerpts of record.
  • Crafting compelling and rule-compliant briefs within strict word limits and formatting rules.
  • Understanding motion practice and common petitions, including rehearing and extraordinary writs.
  • Strategies for effective oral argument preparation and delivery.

Through practical guidance and critical insights, you'll learn to maintain credibility, understand nuances in court-specific rules, and ensure your appellate filings are precise and persuasive. This course is indispensable for any attorney seeking to confidently handle federal appeals and protect their clients' interests.

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NYS Academy of Trial Lawyers
NYS Academy of Trial Lawyers
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The NYS Academy of Trial Lawyers is the largest statewide trial bar in the US with 5,700+ lawyer and judge members. We are committed to protecting, preserving and enhancing the civil justice system. Our highly acclaimed CLE programming features extraordinary presenters covering the most timely and important topics.

Jacquelyn  Mouquin, Esq.
Jacquelyn Mouquin, Esq.

Attorney at Counsel Press

Jacki specializes in assisting Counsel Press clients in their matters within the NY, MA, RI, and DC appellate courts; the U.S. Courts of Appeals for the First, Second, D.C., and Federal Circuits; and other state and federal appellate courts nationwide. She is a seasoned trial and appellate litigator, having focused her practice on complex litigation, professional liability matters, insurance coverage, zoning board actions, and mass tort cases. She earned her law degree from Roger Williams University School of Law, with honors, and served as the President of the Moot Court Board. She also earned her MSW, BS in Social Work, and BA in Psychology from Syracuse University.

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