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Appeal and Civil Litigation Bonds

to attorneys and their clients since 1984.

Court Surety Bond Agency

The Appeal Bond Experts

At CSBA, we have over 110 years of combined surety experience exclusively handling civil court bonds nationwide, making us the appeal bonding experts. With that appeal bond expertise available to attorneys and their clients, finding a solution that fits the client’s unique situation is made all the easier.

Discover how working with an appeal bond expert eases this step in the appeal process.

Court Surety Bond Types

There are several civil litigation bond types that your client may be required to get when involved in litigation. It’s important to understand what type of court surety bond is relevant to what situation and to be prepared for the underwriting process. Here you will find a list of the types of court bonds your client may need to post in a civil litigation

Experience the CSBA Difference today

Expert Guidance • First-Class Service • More Options

"Court Surety Bond Agency is my one-stop shop for appellate bonds. There is much more to the appellate bonding process than you might think, and the professionals at CSBA are experts in this area. If you need a supersedeas bond, CSBA will walk you and your client through the process, and help you find the best option for any particular situation. Highly recommended!"

Duane A. DaikerShumaker

"I have known Dan Huckabay for many years. He is one of the most knowledgeable appeal bond brokers in the business. His understanding of the requirements for appeal bonds, knowledge of the surety insurer market and his experience working with individual surety insurers make him an excellent choice when you need to bond an appeal."

David AxelradHorvitz & Levy LLP

"We refer our clients to CSBA with confidence and without hesitation. Whether the client is a sophisticated entity or an individual involved in litigation for the first time, the CSBA team is ready, willing, and able to pursue all available options to secure a bond and ensure that the bond is in place when needed, all while explaining the options and requirements in an understandable way."

Jason AndersonCarney Badley Spellman

"Dan and Arturo have been very helpful to me and my clients on more than one occasion. They have been so easy to work with. They can explain to the client about what kind of security is needed, what type of information the client needs to supply and how the process works. They try to get everything in place with a minimum of hassle, and they always follow up. I would not call anyone else for a supersedeas bond."

Julia F. PenderyCowles & Thompson

Duane A. DaikerShumaker

David AxelradHorvitz & Levy LLP

Jason AndersonCarney Badley Spellman

Julia F. PenderyCowles & Thompson

Resources on Court Bonds

CSBA’s ability to be an appeal bond expert and provide guidance to our clients stems from our deep knowledge of the appellate process and civil court surety bonds. Part of our dedication is educating attorneys on appeal bonds, how they work, the underwriting process, and ensuring we provide the answers to any underwriting question about appeal bonds no matter if the case is in State or Federal court.

Articles

We frequently publish articles on appeal bonds and important information for attorneys here:

Certified Sureties List

Each year, the Federal Department of the Treasury approves and certifies the surety companies that are eligible to issue appeal bonds in federal court. You can find that information here:

FAQ’s

For succinct answers to your questions, we have written a general FAQ to provide the basics of appeal bonds for attorneys here:

Appeal Bonds by State

States have different requirements in terms of when and the amount that appeal bonds need to be posted for. To better serve those in need of an appeal surety bond, we have assembled all the regulations of appeal bonds state by state. You can find the information relevant to the state your case is in here.

Get the Appeal Bond You Need with CSBA

Options are important when an attorney needs to procure an appeal bond, as every appellate case is unique and so is your client’s situation.

We at CSBA pride ourselves on the expertise we’ve gained by focusing exclusively on appeal bonds for matters in civil litigation courts.

By having this focus, we at CSBA:

Have access to appeal bond insurers that most general insurance agents do not.
Have the ability to accept many forms of collateral when it is required. The variety of collateral options that can be used makes it easier for your client to obtain the court bond they need to pursue their appeal.
Are able to write bonds for international companies when needing an appeal bond in U.S. state or federal courts.