Appellate Lawyer
When a trial comes to an end, litigation is not necessarily over. If a defendant or plaintiff in a legal proceeding disagrees with the decision made by a court, they may have the right to file an appeal. Appellate law is notoriously complex. If you are considering appealing a decision in your case, it is imperative that you seek guidance from an experienced Florida appellate lawyer.
At Douglas & Douglas, our appellate lawyers have the skills and experience needed to successfully handle the full range of criminal and civil appeals. To find out more about what we can do for you, please do not hesitate to reach out to our Jacksonville law office to schedule a strictly confidential, no obligation consultation.
Criminal Appeals Lawyer
Criminal convictions are the most frequently appealed legal cases in Florida. A criminal conviction can be appealed for many different reasons. In some cases, defendants file an appeal because a trial court applied a sentence that was beyond the limits imposed by Florida law. In other cases, criminal convictions are appealed because a lower court made a serious error, such as improperly admitted unreliable or tainted evidence. In still other cases, there may be reason to believe that the defendant received ineffective legal assistance or that the prosecutor committed serious misconduct. Regardless, defendants deserve a fair process. At Douglas & Douglas, our top-rated Jacksonville criminal appeal defense lawyers are prepared to review every aspect of your case to ensure that your rights are protected.
Civil Appeals Lawyer
For many different reasons, a plaintiff or a defendant may want to appeal an adverse decision in a civil case. To be clear, the appellate court is not there to re-litigate the entire case. Instead, its purpose is to ensure that the process was handled correctly and fairly by the lower courts. If material error affected the result of the case, that mistake must be rectified. Our Jacksonville appellate attorneys handle a wide range of civil appeals, including those involving:
- Business litigation;
- Employment law;
- Personal injury claims; and
- Family law.
How Our Appellate Attorneys Can Help You
We are diligent, fierce advocates for our clients. If the decision made in your civil or criminal case was unconstitutional or unfair, our Jacksonville appellate lawyers are here to get you justice and the best results. We will take whatever steps are necessary to protect your rights and your interests. You deserve a proper, error-free legal process. Among other things, our legal team:
- Advises clients on potential appellate issues during and after trials;
- Drafts and prepare motions for appeal;
- Prepares appellate level responses; and
- Argues cases before appeals court or other regulatory bodies.
Get Help From a Appellate Lawyer Today
At Douglas & Douglas, our appellate attorneys are committed to providing strong, effective legal guidance to our clients. To find out more about what we can do for you, please do not hesitate to contact our law firm at (904) 201-8226.