Appellate Practice
Whether it’s defending a judgment won or correcting a court’s error, the attorneys at DunbarMonroe, PLLC, have extensive experience with appeals in state and federal courts. We recognize that appellate advocacy is a distinct field of practice with its own particular set of skills, and our appellate attorneys have demonstrated those skills in many dozens of cases.
Winning the Appeal at Trial
Our trial attorneys understand the importance of preserving issues that may lead to appeals from the court’s judgment. Many appeals are really lost at trial, because counsel omitted to place an objection on the record or obtain a ruling from the trial judge. DunbarMonroe, PLLC’s attorneys try cases to win—at both the trial and the appellate levels.
Appellate Specialists
DunbarMonroe, PLLC, attorneys are experienced in evaluating whether an appeal would have merit, whether it’s a case we have taken to trial or a case tried by other counsel. We have had success with obtaining leave for interlocutory appeals prior to final judgment. Our knowledge of the fine details of appellate procedure often contrasts with the work of lawyers unfamiliar with appeals. And in an era when some attorneys prefer having a computer write for them, our written advocacy stands out for its concision, intelligence, and persuasion, as does our advocacy at oral argument.
Appellate Support
In addition to directly handling appeals, the appellate attorneys at DunbarMonroe, PLLC, also provide adjunct services. In a high-stakes trial, having an appellate specialist at counsel’s table helps preserve error and readies the team for the tight turnaround for post-trial motions. Our attorneys will also participate in appellate moot arguments, assisting other appellate counsel by bringing an outside perspective, much like the perspective the judges hearing the appeal will have.
Preserve Your Rights!
In most cases, the time to appeal from a judgment is short. Before that final judgment becomes truly final, preserve your rights by speaking with one of our attorneys. Complete our online form or call us today at 601-898-2073.