A Message from the Chief Judge

The Second Circuit's civil appeals mediation program (CAMP) is a longstanding and integral part of the Court's appellate process. The Second Circuit pioneered federal appellate mediation with the creation of CAMP on April 15, 1974; today, every federal circuit except for one has an appellate mediation program.

Experienced and skilled mediators (some Court employees, some experienced practitioners who volunteer their time) work with counsel and parties to resolve disputes across the spectrum of the Court's civil docket. All counseled civil appeals are eligible for the mediation program, which the Court provides at no cost.

Resolving disputes quickly and efficiently by agreement can provide parties with a satisfactory result and avoid continued litigation and uncertainty. Hundreds of appeals have been resolved after participating in the Court's mediation program. And even if an appeal is not resolved, the mediation process often helps litigants frame and focus the issues to be argued before the Court.

Confidentiality is central to the mediation program. By Court rule and practice, participants are assured that what is discussed in mediation remains confidential.

The Court is proud to offer the professional services of experienced attorneys with extensive training in mediation and years of experience in Second Circuit practice and procedure.

Hon. Raymond J. Lohier, Chief Judge