Appellate Lawyers | Huntsville Office | Serving Athens, AL
305 Church St SW, Suite 800, Huntsville, AL 35801
Appellate Lawyers | Huntsville Office | Serving Athens, AL
401 Holmes Avenue NE, Suite C, Huntsville, AL 35801
Appellate Lawyers | Huntsville Office | Serving Athens, AL
200 Clinton Avenue West, Suite 900, Huntsville, AL 35801-4900
Appellate Lawyers | Huntsville Office | Serving Athens, AL
2101 West Clinton Avenue Suite 102, Huntsville, AL 35805
Appellate Lawyers | Huntsville Office | Serving Athens, AL
655 Gallatin St SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
Appellate Lawyers | Athens Office
102 S. Jefferson Street, Athens, AL 35611
Appellate Lawyers | Huntsville Office | Serving Athens, AL
200 Clinton Ave W., #110, Huntsville, AL 35801
Lead Counsel independently verifies Appellate attorneys in Athens and checks their standing with Alabama bar associations.
Our Verification Process and CriteriaIf you’ve been found liable or at fault in a civil trial you may have the right to appeal the judge or jury’s decision. This is a tricky process that its usually handled by an Athens attorney skilled in this particular field of law.
A Civil Appellate Lawyer will review your first court case to determine whether a mistake was made that would render the first outcome unjust. The appeal is not a retrial, but rather a review of the procedure and law practiced during the first case.
You may be able to fight a judgment without filing an appeal by way of a Motion. Common motions include the motion for reconsideration, application for renewal, motion for new trial, and motion to vacate or set aside the judgment. The laws and rules in your area may vary.
No matter what your legal issue may be, it is always best to seek legal help early in the process. An attorney can help secure what is likely to be the best possible outcome for your situation and avoid both unnecessary complications or errors.
Prepare for your consultation by writing down notes of your understanding of the case, jot down questions and concerns for the attorney, and gather your documents. Remember that you are trying to get a sense of whether the attorney has your trust and can help you address your legal issues. Questions should include how the attorney intends to resolve your issue, how many years he/she has been practicing law and specifically practicing in your area, as well as how many cases similar to yours the attorney has handled. It can also be helpful to broach the subject of fees so that you understand the likely cost and structure of your representation by a specific attorney and/or legal team.
For most consumer legal issues, the size of the practice is much less important than the experience, competence, and reputation of the attorney(s) handling your case. Among the most important factors when choosing an attorney are your comfort level with the attorney or practice and the attorney’s track record in bringing about quick, successful resolutions to cases similar to yours.
Pro se – This Latin term refers to representing yourself in court instead of hiring professional legal counsel. Pro se representation can occur in either criminal or civil cases.
Statute – Refers to a law created by a legislative body. For example, the laws enacted by Congress are statutes.
Subject matter jurisdiction – Requirement that a particular court have authority to hear the claim based on the specific type of issue brought to the court. For example, the U.S. Bankruptcy Court only has subject matter jurisdiction over bankruptcy filings, therefore it does not have the authority to render binding judgment over other types of cases, such as divorce.