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Appeals

Appeal from RTC to the Court of Appeals

Ordinary appeals and petitions for review have different periods. Missing a reglementary period usually kills the appeal.

Know the mode

Rule 41 ordinary appeal vs Rule 42 petition for review — wrong mode can be fatal.

Periods

Count from notice of judgment/final order using Rules of Court timing (Rule 22) and the specific appeal rule.

Record on appeal

When required (e.g. multiple appeals), perfect both notice and record on time.

Sources

Last reviewed November 9, 2026. Laws, rules and Bar Bulletins change; if a source above has been amended or superseded, the official text controls.

Appeal from RTC to the Court of Appeals — FAQ

Weekend deadline?

Rule 22 Sec. 1 rolls to next working day when last day is Sat/Sun/holiday.

Extension?

Often limited or disallowed depending on mode — check the rule.

ocoai?

Deadline calculator + research; counsel files the appeal.

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