A Checklist of practical steps for preparing and using an appendix in an appeal from the New York State Supreme Court (the state's trial court of general jurisdiction) to the Appellate Division, Fourth Department. Specifically, this Checklist addresses preparing the transcript, and preparing, formatting, serving, and filing the appendix and digital copy of the complete record.

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