Civil Appeals Attorney in Tustin, CA
Skillful Civil Appellate Representation in Orange County for More than 30 Years
At John L. Dodd and Associates Prof Corp, also known as the Dodd Firm, our practice is unique. We deal exclusively with appellate-level cases and we represent people on both sides of the equation, serving those who wish to appeal prior decisions as well as those who wish to have a lower court ruling affirmed.
Since 1989, we have skillfully handled more than 1,200 appellate cases and have helped many clients bring their legal disputes to a positive conclusion. In addition to being experts in appellate representation, we provide exceptional legal service for a great value.
The Nature of Civil Appeals Cases
“Civil” cases are defined broadly are any cases which are not “criminal,” and include lawsuits concerning:
- Business
- Real estate
- And personal injury matters
Civil cases often involve discovery disputes or other pre-trial rulings which must be brought to the attention of the Court of Appeal by a “writ petition,” instead of an appeal, often involving short time frames in which to effectively analyze the case and present it in a professional manner to the Court.
If a writ petition does not follow precise procedural rules, it generally will be denied “summarily,” meaning with a “one line” rejection. Many experienced civil trial attorneys seek out an appellate specialist when a writ petition is necessary.
How Our Firm Can Help
In short, successfully making or defending against a civil appeal requires an in-depth knowledge of court rules, relevant case law, and the inner workings of the court system. While this may seem daunting, you can still win your case if you bring in experienced, appellate-level advocates, like our legal team here at the Dodd Firm.
Our firm understands all the legal, personal, and financial difficulties that litigation creates for those involved, and we are here to provide you with the experienced representation you need and trustworthy counsel that will help you rest easy.
Schedule your no-cost case assessment today and consult with a Tustin civil appeals attorney by calling (714) 880-8744.
Uniquely Suited to Handle Civil Appeals
Before specializing in appeals, Mr. Dodd spent many years handling civil litigation in the trial courts, giving him a thorough understanding of the litigation process that many other civil appellate attorneys may not have.
At Johh L. Dodd & Associates, Prof. Corp., we have successfully represented clients on appeal in:
- Real estate
- Trust
- Personal injury
- And contract cases
We have experience in appeals after judgments following demurrers and summary judgment motions, in which the case is decided before it even gets to trial. We understand the special rules for these appeals and can effectively represent your position, whether as an appellant or respondent.
Serving Orange County From Offices in Tustin
Reach out to us today to schedule a case evaluation with one of our Tustin civil appeals lawyers. We provide services in English and Spanish, and we always connect you with a real person who can help.
Call (714) 880-8744 or send us a message to learn more about our civil appeals law firm in Orange County.
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