How long do I have to appeal?

Usually 30 days from judgment in state civil cases; 14 days for federal criminal notices. Miss it and the appeal is gone.

What are my odds on appeal?

Reversal rates run 10–25% depending on court and issue. Strong preserved error greatly improves chances.

Can I bring new evidence on appeal?

Almost never. Appeals review the trial record only.

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Appeals & Appellate Law

Post-trial motions, appellate briefs, and Supreme Court petitions.

Who it's for: Litigants who lost (or barely won) at trial and want higher-court review.

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What to expect

Preserving error and framing appellate issues
Opening and reply brief drafting and oral argument
State supreme court and cert petitions
Post-conviction and habeas corpus filings

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