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New YorkCriminal Appellate Law Lawyers in Fulton County, New York

An appeal involves briefing issues for a higher court to review. Appellate attorneys in Fulton County, New York may also make an oral argument to the judge or judges deciding the appeal.


When choosing a criminal defense attorney for an appellate case, keep in mind that strict timelines often apply to appeals.


Most criminal appellate attorneys in Fulton County, New York charge flat fees for direct appeals and post conviction cases.


Many of the top appellate attorneys devote a significant portion of their practice to this niche area of the law.


Appellate law in the criminal justice system also includes federal habeas petitions and post-conviction motions for illegal sentences, ineffective assistance of counsel or prosecutorial misconduct.


Many of the top criminal appellate lawyers in the United States belong to The Council of Appellate Lawyers. The CAL is the first and only national appellate bench-bar organization.

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Heidi Ann Gifford

Heidi Ann Gifford
Law Office of Heidi A. Gifford
13 W Fulton St
Gloversville, NY 12078-2901
Licensed for 20 years, Heidi Ann Gifford is a Criminal Defense and Estate and Probate Law lawyer who attended New England Law | Boston... read more >

James Gerard McAuliffe Jr

James Gerard McAuliffe Jr
55 E Main Street Suite 20
Johnstown, NY 12095
Licensed for 36 years, James Gerard McAuliffe Jr is a Criminal Defense lawyer who attended Albany Law School... read more >
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Nonprofit Legal Associations

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Founded in 1958, NACDL is the largest organization for criminal defense lawyers fighting to preserve fairness within America's criminal justice system. The organization has more than 10,000 direct members including criminal defense attorneys in private practice, public defenders in state or federal court, U.S. military defense counsel, law professors and judges.


New York State Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

NYSACDL is dedicated to creating a strong, well-trained defense bar to protect the rights of the accused while providing support and education to criminal defense lawyers.


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