Ohio Criminal Appeals Lawyers

When a jury or trial judge render a decision in a criminal trial, the defendant has the right to appeal the decision. Many criminal cases that result in litigation frequently go on to the appeals process.

Appellate law involves the appeals process whereby a higher court reviews the lower court's judgment. Unlike other forms of litigation, in appellate law there is no discovery; the appellate record is limited to the facts presented during the original trial. In Ohio, appeals are presented to a three judge appellate panel. Because appeals are decided almost entirely on the written briefs, a compelling appellate brief and a powerful oral argument are the vital basis of a successful legal advocate's appeal.

Along with criminal defense and aggressive litigation capability, the Columbus law firm of Yavitch & Palmer, maintains a significant appellate practice. More than two decades of collective experience with appellate procedure and appellate motion practice enable our attorneys to blend the elements essential in preparation of an appeal, which include thorough legal research, an in-depth analysis of the appellate problem as well as familiarity with the appellate judges and the appellate courts.

With extensive experience both as trial lawyers and in appellate law, our firm also provides litigation support for other attorneys who require appellate expertise and counsel on procedural issues before trial, during trial, and in preparation for possible appeal.

Recognized for substantive knowledge of the appellate process, our criminal appeals attorneys handle appeals at all appellate levels of the Ohio state and federal court systems.

If you need assistance with a criminal appeal or if you have questions about appellate procedure in Ohio, please call the law firm of Yavitch & Palmer at 614-224-6142 to arrange an appointment.