Avoiding Pitfalls: Jurisdictional Considerations for Appeals

This post explains New York appeal requirements, noting that only aggrieved parties can appeal from proper written orders or judgments within 30 days, with strict procedural compliance required. The authors walk through common jurisdictional traps that cause appeals to be dismissed before reaching the merits. Practitioners filing appeals in New York courts should carefully verify standing, timing, and the form of the order being appealed.