Florida Legal Guidance For Appeals Cases

For nearly 20 years, I have provided people in and around Sarasota with assistance in appealing prior court rulings. Whether you are looking to appeal the outcome of your criminal, real estate, zoning or business dispute cases, I, the lead attorney at Concierge Legal Service, am here to review the initial court ruling, identify a judge’s misinterpretation of the law and make a compelling claim for why the initial ruling should be overturned. 

How The Appeals Process Works

Here is how it can typically play out: 

1. File a formal notice of appeal.
2. Obtain relevant trial records such as evidence and transcripts.
3. Have your lawyer help you file a brief. The brief should include information explaining the legal errors and how those errors affected the outcome of your case. 
4. Bring your case in front of an appellate judge, where they will hear your arguments for appealing the case, while the other side gives their argument for upholding the lower court’s initial decision. 

From there, the appellate judge will determine whether to overturn your case or leave the initial ruling in place. If you are still unhappy with the outcome, you may have the opportunity to file a second appeal, depending on the circumstances.

Timely Action Is Important When It Comes To Appeals

If you wish to appeal an initial court ruling, it’s important to act quickly. That’s because there are strict deadlines that must be adhered to. In most cases, you only have 30 days to appeal an initial ruling. Not acting within these time limits can result in you losing your right to appeal. As an experienced and focused appellate lawyer, I understand how important it is to take swift action to protect your interests. You can count on me to review your case with the thoroughness and diligence it deserves. That way, you can effectively pursue the outcomes you want. 

Why Might You Want To Consider An Appeal?

Appealing a previous court decision may be in your best interests if you: 

• Believe that a legal decision was unjust or based on errors
• Want an opportunity to have your case reviewed by a higher court
• Wish to modify the initial decision because you believe the results were unfair
• Believe there were procedural mistakes made during your initial case 

I can help you determine if your case has the legal grounds for an appeal. If you have additional questions, you can call my office at 941-491-9971.

Let’s Get Started On Your Case Today

When it comes to appealing your case, time is of the essence. If you need help making a compelling appeals case to a higher court, I can put my nearly 20 years of experience to work for you. Schedule an initial consultation with my office today by completing my firm contact form.