This Practice Note addresses oral argument, disposition, and reargument motions in appeals to the Appellate Division, Second Judicial Department from civil judgments or orders of the New York State Supreme Court (the state's trial court of general jurisdiction). The Note also addresses mandatory pre-argument mediation and recovery of costs and disbursements by the prevailing party.

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