Appeals from Supreme Court go to the Appellate Division for that judicial department. Lower-court appeals generally go to the Appellate Term or County Court.
Is it worth appealing?
Assess the error, the standard of review and the cost. Many appeals settle.
Process
Notice of appeal, record on appeal, briefs, and sometimes oral argument.
Staying enforcement
Money judgments are often stayed by posting an undertaking.
Common questions
How long do appeals take?
Commonly a year or more.
Can I appeal a small claims arbitration?
No — arbitrator decisions in small claims generally can't be appealed.
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This guide is general information about court procedure in Erie County (Buffalo), New York. It is not legal advice and does not create an attorney-client relationship. Court rules, fees and deadlines change — confirm current requirements with the court or an attorney before acting. Dispute Counsel PLLC serves New York residents, businesses and New York local representation.