Appeals: Making Your Case & Persuading the Court

Topics:
  • Community Organization
  • Community Education/Outreach

Briefs are written legal arguments that present a party's position on appeal. In this class, learn to prepare a successful brief.

Class covers:

  • The purpose of an appellate brief
  • Contents of briefs
  • What rules guide the appellate court’s decision about whether the trial court decision should be reversed
  • The importance of the statement of facts
  • Format requirement for briefs
  • Where and how to file
  • Deadlines and time limits

Presented by:

  • Tyna Orren, Certified Specialist, Appellate Law, Orren & Orren