I am an appellate attorney located in Dallas. I am not a general practitioner. If you need to have a will drawn up, it is better to use someone else.
I worked as a briefing attorney for the First Court of Appeals. Each justice has two briefing attorneys and each briefing attorney is responsible for preparing one draft opinion per week. This requires learning the entire case and all of the case law and then drafting an opinion. This process taught me how to be a convincing-appellate advocate.
Since leaving the Court of Appeals, I have done both civil and criminal appeals. I have argued to the Fifth Court of Appeals.
Many attorneys do one or two appeals a year. But successful-appellate representation requires someone who writes briefs on a regular basis and someone who can conduct research in resources that most attorneys never use.
Whether you are appealing a decision against you or you are trying to protect a judgment that you obtained, selecting the right appellate attorney is important.
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701 Commerce, Suite 400, Dallas, TX, 75202
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Posted by Teresa | July 27, 2022 | Hired Attorney
He just won on a Summary Judgement Appeal on my Erroneous DNA Paternity Lawsuit against two labs. He was able to convince three appellate Judges to overturn the Summary Judgement. This case is a very unusual case. His win in the Appellate Court was an extremely difficult endeavor. He had to win ...
Posted by Diana G | June 5, 2020 | Hired Attorney
After my significant other was convicted in a medical fraud case, we needed to hire a competent appeals attorney to address several issues in the trial that we believed should be appealed. I wanted an attorney who I thought would not only believe in this case but also have the skills and mindset to ...
Posted by Joseph J. Abuzaid | June 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney
I hired Niles to file a motion for new trial on a default judgment and a subsequent appeal. He is smart, thorough and knows the law. He is friendly and goes out of his way to help you. I don't know what else to ask for in a lawyer. I am glad I got to know you Niles in person, you are great and I high...
Posted by Mark | September 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney
I have used Niles for a legal matter, and I have found Niles to be an excellent attorney. He handled the matter in an efficient and professional manner, with my interests always at the top of his concerns. I would highly recommend Niles for your legal work. He is an exceptional appeals attorney, w...
Posted by Chris | August 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Niles is the best attorney I've dealt with, and I've dealt with quite a few. He wrote a writ for me to try to undue a judge's order added to my conditions of probation that was unconstitutional. He does his research and he keeps you informed every step of the way. His writs are a masterpiece t...
"I endorse this lawyer. I utilize Niles' skills on appeals, research and writing, and if you are smart, you will utilize him for those needs as well."
"Niles is an excellent attorney. He's the first lawyer I call or email if I have any questions related to appeals. Niles is generous with his time and has always been able to provide satisfactory answers. I feel totally comfortable referring family and friends to Niles."
"I endorse this lawyer. Niles has successfully defended many of our firm's verdicts, and hiring Niles will give you the upper-hand if someone is trying to use the appellate process to take away a hard-earned victory at trial."
"Niles is a well-respected attorney, and his experience in post-conviction matters shines through in friendly, knowledgable and experienced advice. I am proud to call him a college and fellow member of the bar."
"I endorse this Lawyer. Niles is an outstanding attorney who is well-versed in appellate law. He knows the ins-and-outs of briefing and writing to appellate judges. Definitely recommend."
"I enjoy reading Attorney Illich's comments on AVVO. I look forward to reading more. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer for anyone needing a strong criminal appeals attorney. Given his experience as a briefing attorney in the Court of Appeals, he would be an asset for anyone trying to win an appeal."
"Niles is an excellent attorney with experience working for the court of appeals. He is thorough, smart and efficient. He handles his cases better than any other appellate attorney's I know. I strongly recommend him for any appellate matters you might have."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Illich is educated, well-spoken, and caring. I met him while in law school and highly recommend him."
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2017
Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
1988
Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America
2013 - Present
Attorney, The Law Office of Niles Illich, Ph.D., J.D.
2010 - 2013
Appellate Attorney, Lafitte, Abbott, Wingo, Rehfeld, and Holloway
2010 - 2010
Briefing Attorney, First Circuit Court Of Appeals Houston
2005 - 2005
Faculty Research Scholar, Nasa Johnson Space Center
2014 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Dallas County Criminal Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Dallas County Bar Association, Appellate SectionMember
2009 - Present
Texas Bar AssociationMember
Affirmed
Reversed
2009
JD - Juris Doctor
2007
PhD - Doctorate
2001
MA - Masters
1998
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2014
2014
Protective Orders for Criminal Attorneys
2008
Life in the Camps: The Allied Press and American Displaced Persons' Camps
2018
2017
2012
2007
2007
English
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