Nevada and California Appellate Law Attorneys

When you receive an unfavorable civil court decision or have been handed a criminal judgment, it can feel like you have exhausted all of your options. In many situations, however, you can and should seek relief with an appellate court. In contrast, if you earned a victory at the trial court, preserving your successful judgment can hinge on winning again on appeal. Thus, pursuing your appeal—or defending your trial court judgment on appeal—is often pivotal to achieving a positive outcome.

Cases on appeal are often decided on the papers alone—with no opportunity for oral argument. It is crucial, then, that your appellate lawyers possess exceptional appellate writing skills and can craft compelling arguments. Suffice it to say, when considering an appeal in Nevada or federal court, you will need experienced legal representation familiar with the appellate courts to help you understand and consider potential solutions. Our lawyers at Flynn Giudici have experience clerking for a Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals judge, drafting appellate briefs in state and federal court, and participating in oral argument. We are prepared to advocate for your case in both state and federal courts. 

In both state and federal court, the appeals process begins by filing a notice of appeal with the clerk of court.  The deadline to file the notice varies by jurisdiction.  After a notice of appeal is filed, generally speaking an appellant submits an opening brief, the respondent submits an opposition brief, and the appellant then files a reply brief. After all briefs have been submitted the appellate court may hold oral argument before ruling on the appeal—but it doesn’t have to. 

And in addition to helping our own clients, we assist, consult, and strategize with other counsel to improve appellate briefs and prepare for oral argument.

Learn more about how we can assist in your appeal by calling (775) 406-9595 or contacting us online.