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AGREEMENT FOR WAIVER OF EXCERPT OF RECORD

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT FOR THE STATE OF ALASKA AT

Appellant (person bringing Appeal)

vs.

Appellee (Name of Administrative Agency)

) ) ) ) ) ) ) )

APPEAL CASE NO.

CI

AGREEMENT FOR WAIVER OF

EXCERPT OF RECORD

We agree to waive the preparation of excerpts required by Appellate Rule 210(c). Documents cited in the briefs will be referred to by their page number in the record.

Signature of Appellant

Type or Print Name

Date

Signature of Appellee's Attorney

Type or Print Name

Date

This agreement must be signed by both parties and filed in the superior court within 20 days after the notice of appeal is filed. Appellate Rule 210(d).

AP-155 (1/12)(cs)

AGREEMENT FOR WAIVER OF EXCERPT OF RECORD

App. R. 604(b)(1)(B) & 210(d)

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What a Notice of Appeal Is and when it’s used

A Notice of Appeal is a formal pleading filed to initiate appellate review of a trial-court or administrative decision. It identifies the parties, the lower-court judgment or order being appealed, the court to which the appeal is taken, and the relief requested. Filing the notice preserves the appellant’s right to challenge legal or factual rulings and triggers appellate deadlines, the record-on-appeal process, and briefing schedules. Procedures vary by court; some accept electronic filing while others require paper filing or specific clerk processes. Accuracy and timely service are essential to avoid waiver.

Why filing a Notice of Appeal matters

Filing a Notice of Appeal preserves appellate rights, creates an official docketing event, and starts the appeal timeline. It prevents forfeiture of issues and prompts the preparation of the appellate record and briefing schedule.

Why filing a Notice of Appeal matters

Who typically prepares and files a Notice of Appeal

Confirm which party is responsible under court rules and use precise names and service addresses to avoid procedural defects.

  • Private litigants and counsel — File to preserve appellate rights and coordinate the record and briefs.
  • Public defenders and appointed counsel — Manage strict criminal appeal deadlines and custody-related service rules.
  • In-house or corporate counsel — Handle appeal docketing, bond requirements, and coordination with outside appellate specialists.

Core elements included in a professional Notice of Appeal

A Notice of Appeal should be concise but complete; include identifying information, the decision being appealed, the court you seek review from, and a certificate of service. Proper formatting follows appellate or local court rules.

Case caption

Full party names, court name, and trial-court case number as printed on original pleadings to ensure correct docketing.

Appealed order

Identify the specific judgment or order being appealed, including date entered and a short description of the ruling.

Court designation

Name the appellate court to which the appeal is taken and the statutory or rule basis for jurisdiction.

Grounds stated

A concise statement of the issues or legal errors alleged, sufficient to notify other parties and the court.

Relief requested

Specify the remedy sought (reversal, remand, new trial, etc.) rather than broad or ambiguous language.

Certificate of service

Proof that all required parties were served, listing method, date, and recipient addresses per local rules.

Step-by-step: filing a Notice of Appeal

Follow a consistent sequence: prepare the notice, attach necessary record items, sign, file, and serve. Confirm local or appellate rules before filing.

  • 01
    Prepare notice: Draft complete notice with caption, judgment date, and issues.
  • 02
    Attach records: Identify portions of the record to be included or designated.
  • 03
    Sign notice: Execute signature per court rule or authorized electronic method.
  • 04
    File and serve: File with the clerk and serve all parties per local rules.

Configuring an online workflow to complete a Notice of Appeal

Set up a repeatable e-filing workflow that controls fields, signer order, and evidence of service to reduce clerical errors and improve timeliness.

Step Online setting
Upload document PDF or DOCX upload; maintain original formatting
Add fields Place date, signature, and case-number fields
Assign signers Order signers and set authentication
Submit to court Export per e-filing portal requirements

Where to file and how the filing process flows

Filing location and method depend on jurisdiction. Common destinations include federal appellate courts, state appellate clerks, and agency appeals divisions.

  • Federal courts: File via court’s CM/ECF or clerk’s office; follow Fed. R. App. P.
  • State courts: Submit to the state appellate clerk or e-filing portal per local rules.
  • Administrative appeals: File with the agency’s appeals division or the designated administrative tribunal.
  • Service: Serve opposing parties by required methods and include proof of service.

Technical requirements for e-submission and electronic completion

Maintain a secure copy of the signed notice and the audit trail showing signer identity, timestamp, and delivery records to support validity if challenged.

  • File format: PDF/A or PDF preferred
  • Authentication: Email or multi-factor identification
  • Integrations: Supports courtroom portals and cloud storage

Common filing deadlines and time-sensitive rules

Appellate deadlines are jurisdiction-specific. Federal rules provide commonly referenced timelines; state and administrative deadlines can differ and are strictly enforced.

Federal civil deadline:

30 days after entry of judgment (Fed. R. App. P. 4(a)(1))

Federal criminal deadline:

14 days after entry of judgment (Fed. R. App. P. 4(b))

Government parties:

Government has extended deadlines (often 60 days) under Fed. R. App. P.

State deadlines:

Vary by state; many are shorter than federal timelines

Effect of timely filing:

A timely notice preserves appeal; late filing usually results in dismissal

Key milestones after filing a Notice of Appeal

After filing, anticipate a sequence of events that moves the case toward briefing, argument, and decision.

01

Notice filed

Docketing event occurs; clerk assigns appellate case number

02

Record assembled

Transcript and trial-court papers are prepared and transmitted

03

Briefing schedule

Court sets dates for appellant and appellee briefs

04

Disposition

Oral argument or decision on briefs; judgment may be affirmed or reversed

Common mistakes to avoid when preparing a Notice of Appeal

  • Missing or miscomputing the filing deadline leads to forfeiture of appellate rights and often results in case dismissal.
  • Using incorrect party names or case numbers can misroute the filing and delay docketing by the appellate clerk.
  • Failing to serve all required parties or omitting a proper certificate of service can create procedural defects.
  • Neglecting to designate an appropriate record on appeal or ordering transcripts can limit issues preserved for review.

Consequences of an incorrect or late Notice of Appeal

Forfeited issues: Loss of appellate review for untimely filings
Dismissal risk: Court may dismiss appeal for jurisdictional defects
Fee loss: Filing fees may not be refundable
Sanctions: Potential for court sanctions in bad-faith filings
Increased cost: Additional attorney time and retransmission expenses
Record gaps: Missing transcripts can bar review of factual errors

Essential security and verification elements for electronically completed Notices

Signer intent: Clear evidence of intent to sign
Timestamp: Signing date and time recorded
Audit trail: IP, access, and action log
Document integrity: Tamper-evident storage and checksums
Consent record: Evidence of electronic-consent where required
Redaction controls: Ability to redact sensitive data before filing

Two practical Notice of Appeal examples

These examples illustrate common scenarios and what each party focused on when filing a Notice of Appeal.

Commercial contract appeal

A supplier appealed a summary-judgment order, citing contract interpretation errors

  • The appellant designated key trial exhibits for the record
  • The Notice emphasized timeliness, exact judgment date, and a concise statement of errors to preserve appellate issues and expedite record transmission.

Administrative license appeal

A professional licensee appealed an agency revocation decision, arguing procedural unfairness

  • The notice referenced the administrative record and statute authorizing review
  • The filer included service on the agency, the statutory citation for jurisdiction, and a clear request for remand for further proceedings.

Practical tips to complete a Notice of Appeal accurately

Follow court rules, double-check party names and dates, preserve the record, and document service. Consistency and attention to detail reduce risk of dismissal.

Confirm deadlines and rules
Verify appellate and local rules before computing filing deadlines; calendar conservatively to allow service time.
Preserve the record
Order necessary transcripts promptly and designate the record portions required for review.
Document service
Use methods that generate proof (certified mail, e-filing receipts) and include a clear certificate of service.
Use secure e-signing
Where permitted, use e-signatures with an audit trail to record identity, timestamp, and consent.

Notice of Appeal compared with similar post-judgment filings

Use this quick comparison to distinguish a Notice of Appeal from motions that seek reconsideration or interlocutory relief; the remedy and timing differ.

Criteria Notice of Appeal Motion for Reconsideration
When used after final judgment immediately after judgment
Primary purpose seek appellate review request trial court to revisit order
Timing sensitivity jurisdictional deadlines apply usually shorter, discretionary period
Typical remedy reversal or remand correction or clarification

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Frequently asked questions about Notices of Appeal

Answers to common procedural and technical questions when preparing and filing a Notice of Appeal.


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