Procedure for extending time to file opening brief in appeal case.

Good news. In California, extensions are routinely granted for the first 60 days. If this is not your first extension, however, you need to...

Can I write a letter to the judge that defendants are just delaying the payment?

You can write a letter but the judge is not likely to read it or act on it. If you do not also send a copy of the letter to the other side, the...

Help in appeal

On appeal, a judge will not rule on the credibility of a witness. If that is the issue you plan on asserting on appeal, you may not have much...

Is there a motion or a way to show more exhibits in a appeal court in california?

With limited exceptions, the judges hearing the appeal will not consider new exhibits. Keep in mind the appeal is not a "do over" or a second...

If all you want to do is get trial exhibits to the court of appeal, follow the procedure in Rule 8.843. If there are other documents not in the...

Can I have my plea bargain sentencing overturned or reopened due to lawyer misrepresenting me

Time is of the essence. You really need to speak with your defender about modifying this condition of probation. If you were to appeal, you...

If either his trial lawyer or appellate lawyer simply made a mistake you may be out of luck. However, a lawyer familiar with Habeas work may be...

Is it true that a public defender cannot defend in a situation where ineffective counsel was a public appellate counsel?

The constitution guarantees a criminal defendant the right to effective counsel. Rules of professional conduct preclude attorneys from...

What form to use on an appeal?

I have linked below to the form notice of appeal for civil matters. This form will be accepted for an appeal from a family law order. The more...

My Lawyer lied to me about evidence against me to take plea deal, What can I do?

You need to speak with an appellate attorney who is knowledgeable about criminal law. If your trial lawyer lied to you, an appellate attorney can...