The foreclosure moratorium in New York was extended again by the new Governor Hochul. What does it mean for you if your foreclosure defense appeal is still pending? Keep reading to see what I think.

Every seasoned appeal lawyer knows the well-worn adage “don’t cite to facts outside the record on your appeal.” But why? And what happens when you do? Read more here for a funny story that illustrates the answer.

In April 2021, President Biden issued Executive Order 14023, the purpose of which is to explore Supreme Court reform. In this post, I contribute my two cents based on my fifteen years of experience as an appellate attorney.

Too many lawyers fail to complete a crucial part of their job: to determine whether your appeal is viable. Keep reading for the reason why this is important.

Change is afoot in the world of immigration law. Read on to see what could be coming down the pike.

Earlier this year, I wrote an excited post about the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA): they joined us in the 21st century by enabling email filing of appeal briefs. Well, it appears the BIA has now returned to the 20th century. Click through to read my update.

I recently shared an appeal tip in the newsletter—called the Mother Court—published by the Federal Bar Association, SDNY Chapter. Click through to see what it is.

*Disclaimer: I am currently Vice President of the SDNY Chapter.

There’s a new rule in town: New York Supreme Court now has a word count limit for all filings (motions, orders to show cause, trial memos). Click below to learn more about how to comply.

Sometimes an order in your favor is not so easy to defend on appeal. Read on for a tricky situation I found myself in recently, and what I did to win the appeal.

It’s often said that life imitates art, but can law imitate art? I’ve created some wall worthy art in my writing process. Click through to see.

The Appellate Division, First Department now requires all matters originating in New York or Bronx county to be e-filed. What does it mean for you as an attorney for the appellant or respondent? Check out my post to find out.

Once I was included as a member of a class action lawsuit against Facebook. I was not pleased, as you will see in the objection I filed in the case. Keep reading for a display of feisty writing not often seen by lawyers.

Do you know when it’s a good idea to make a motion to reargue? Too many lawyers make a BIG mistake when deciding whether it’s in their client’s best interest. Click through to watch my video where I tell you how you can make the right decision, which will save your time and your client’s money. (I promise you’ll learn a lot and get a chuckle out of it, too).

You won a motion for your client, now you need to make sure they can successfully defend it on appeal. In this video I share a pro-tip that will help you help your client by avoiding a common pitfall.

Do you know the best time to talk to an appellate attorney about your clients’ immigration appeal (whether to the Board of Immigration Appeals or the Circuit Court)? Watch this video where I tell you when is the best time and why.

Don’t be in the dark during your next oral argument on Zoom or Skype. Do this instead.