United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit

Boston-based United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit is the court of appellate jurisdiction for matters originating in four states and an unincorporated territory, serving Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Puerto Rico. Consisting of fifty-seven employees, the federal court reviews judgments made by trial courts within that jurisdiction, reviewing decisions from areas like federal agencies, the bankruptcy court, tax court, administrative agencies,and district courts The court fulfills its role via judicial review; examining legal procedure, evidence and arguments presented across various legal forums. The court hears appeals from citizens, businesses and organizations operating or impacted by these legal systems throughout the First Circuit. Visit ca1.uscourts.gov/, or contact United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit, directly.