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How do I know if I have an appeal?
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While almost every case can be appealed, the best way to learn is to talk to an experienced, knowledgeable appellate attorney. He/she can discuss your reasons and other reasons to appeal…
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What are good reasons to appeal?
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The strongest reasons to appeal include: The judge granted your opponent complete or partial summary judgment based on insufficient evidence to proceed, lack of subject matter or personal jurisdiction, expiration of the statute of limitations period, claims preclusion, issue preclusion, or some other legal reason, thus enabling your opponent to win all or part of the case…
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What are your chances of success on your appeal?
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The best way to estimate your chances is to talk to an experienced, knowledgeable appellate attorney…
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How much does your firm charge?
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My firm does not use “meataxe” approach. My firm does not determine the applicable charges and rates without your input. But each appeal involves two kinds of expenses: Attorney fees and outside costs…
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What are the main parts of my appellate services?
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These include: Preparing and filing the Notice of Appeal, Claim of Appeal, or similar document to begin your appeal…
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How long does an appeal take?
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Depending on the appellate court’s backlog, the claims, defenses, and issues involved, and other factors, most appeals take 9 to 24 months from beginning to end.
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Shouldn’t my trial lawyer handle my appeal?
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No. Your appellate case is different from your lower court, arbitration, or administrative proceeding. The appeals process is far different from the lower court, arbitration, or administrative proceeding process…
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Do you have any sample appellate briefs, related briefs, and other writings for me to review?
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Yes, you can review them on my website. I have also written articles on several legal subjects, including articles on the appellate process.