How can one decipher if a divorce attorney has specific expertise in appeals court? Is it called appellate lawyer?

Success rate is not a good measure of an appellate attorney's abililty or experience. Appellate work is the legal equivalent of oncology. There...

Can a plaintiff appeal a lost case if the evidence obtained by the defense was from witnesses under the influence?

Let me see if I understand this correctly. Plaintiff filed a civil action for assault. The case went to trial. Testimony was taken. The judge...

I've been arrested for a DUI (1st offense) in IL. Will I be able to enter Canada after my first appearance court date?

If you are on bond you will probably need permission from the judge to leave Illinois, but that permission is usually granted if you appear in...

No court ever finds anybody "innocent." If the prosecution fails at trial to carry its burden of proof beyond a reasonable doubt, the...

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I was searched without consent and charged with possession of marijuana, do I have any recourse?

Along with all other aspects of your defense, your attorney will review the facts and the applicable law to determine whether you may have a...

I can appeal the divorce before Jan.18,2013. Would you email me the sample appeal paper to: [email protected]. thk

I don't know exactly how this works in Missouri, but the process is roughly similar in most states and, while the details may differ, you are...

In alabama is there a post conviction remedy called a rule 60b

It sounds like you are confusing a federal procedure with a state procedure. Post-conviction remedies in any court tend to get technical and...

Impeaching the confidental informant?

The kind of testimony you have in mind is very likely inadmissible under the rules of evidence, but you should discuss it with your attorney. ...

First time felony for delivery of cannabis and my lawyer says I can't get a deal to where it gets sealed after completement

It is up to the prosecutor to determine the charge. If the prosecutor is willing to reduce the charge way down so that you could plead to an...

What is the maximum amount of time a direct appeal requires when using a court appointed appellate counsel?

I don't know how this works in Florida, but I suspect it is similar to Illinois where I have represented defendants on many criminal appeals. The...