A sample respondent's brief to be used in an appeal before the Appellate Division, Third Department that provides legal and factual support for affirming a judgment or order from the New York State Supreme Court. This Standard Document has integrated notes with important explanations and drafting tips.

This Note reflects the Civil Practice Law and Rules (CPLR), statewide Practice Rules of the Appellate Division of the New York State Supreme Court, the associated Third Department rules, and the joint Electronic Filing Rules of the Appellate Division. For information on e-filing requirements and the categories of cases subject to e-filing in the Third Department, see Civil Appeals in New York: E-Filing Checklist.