Are there differences between a Trial and an Appellate Lawyer?
• gain a thorough understanding of what was actually presented to the trial court • research the relevant statutes, regulations, and court decisions in other cases • prepare a concise written brief to be reviewed by three judges and their law clerks, and • be able to have an in-depth dialog with the appellate court about the case and how the law should be developed in that area. What Support Services Benefit Can An Appellate Attorney Provide Trial Lawyers? Before The Trial – Research and analyze key issues of law, brief and argue dispositive motions. Effective research and briefing in the trial court can often mean the difference between ultimate success and failure on appeal. During The Trial – A trial lawyer can better focus on the flow of the trial if an appellate lawyer is there to focus on issues of preserving legal issues in the record. After The Trial – Even where it is clear that the trial judge will deny a motion for new trial, retaining an appellate attorney to prepare a thor
