Find an appellate law attorney in Bristol County, Massachusetts to appeal from a decision or verdict of a trial court.
Appellate law attorneys tend to focus on appeals in either civil matters such as family law or in criminal matters in either state or federal court.
In addition to filing a brief to explain the issues on appeal, the appellate attorney might also make an oral argument before the court.
The appellate court will review the decisions and actions of the trial court and may affirm, reverse or remand the case.
Appellate law attorneys can also file a petition to a higher appellate court to review the case after a ruling on appeal. Appellate lawyers in Bristol County, Massachusetts can also file interlocutory appeals or appellate writs.
Lawyer Referral Service in Bristol County, MA - The Bristol County Bar Association (BCBA) sponsors a Lawyer Referral Service (LRS) from its offices in New Bedford, MA. The LRS helps individuals and businesses find a qualified attorney throughout the county. When you call the service a trained staff person will discuss the case with you during a brief and confidential intake process to determine which type of attorney is needed. You will then receive a referral to a local attorney experienced in that practice area of the law.