A passion for helping people get justice has naturally led Harris Nevada Law into appellate cases, where founding member Heather Harris excels. If you feel there was an error in your trial, please contact us as soon as possible. There are strict timelines on appeals processes.
An appellate attorney represents a client in a higher court after an unsatisfactory ruling from a lower court.
In order to successfully argue an appeal, appellate attorneys:
The state of Nevada has a large body of rules concerning appellate procedures. An experienced appeals attorney is familiar with the system and can make sure your appeal goes as smoothly as possible.
Appellate courts are free to decide which cases they will or will not hear. Appeals cases are about determining if there was an error in the lower court, so judges will generally only hear cases if the notice of appeal shows:
There are specific guidelines to the appeals process.
Depending on the case, you may also need to file a Motion to Stay in the district court. Filing an appeal does not halt the underlying order from going into effect, but a Motion to Stay can pause those orders while your appeal is in process.
Heather Harris has been nationally recognized for her outstanding work as an appellate lawyer and has successfully argued multiple post-trial cases before the Nevada Supreme Court and the Nevada Court of Appeals.
“The unfortunate reality is the Trial Court does not always get it right,” Harris explains. “When that happens, I am even more motivated to overcome these legal hurdles and ensure justice for my clients.”
Harris Nevada Law is currently accepting appeals cases on flat fee or contingency bases. Timelines for filing appeals are strict, so please contact us as soon as possible.
What is appellate law?
Appellate law is a legal process in which a higher court reviews the procedures and decisions of a lower court to determine if any legal errors were made that would impact the decision of the lower court.
When might an appeals court reverse a decision?
An appeals court will reverse the decision of a lower court if it determines that a legal error led to an incorrect judgment or if the lower court’s findings were “clearly erroneous.”
Can I appeal without a lawyer?
The State of Nevada does not require an appellant attorney, but the Supreme Court of Nevada recommends representation from a licensed Nevada attorney for appeals cases.
What does it mean when an appeals court vacates a sentence?
When an appeals court vacates a sentence, it means that the higher court has voided the decision of the lower court. That initial decision is removed from the record as though it never existed.
What is an appeals court?
An appeals court, or appellate court, is a body of judges that reviews proceedings and decisions of trial courts. Appeals courts do not hold new trials or investigate claims, they only serve to determine if the trial held in a lower court is legally valid. In the State of Nevada, the Supreme Court of Nevada reviews most appeals, but may recommend a case to the Nevada Court of Appeals.
Appealing a trial court decision is a complex process. In many cases, oral arguments are not allowed, and decisions are made solely on documentation and paperwork.
If you want to appeal a decision from a trial court in Nevada, it’s not worth the risk of trying to do it yourself. Talk to an appeals lawyer who can help you through the process.
Harris Nevada Law is a leading firm in appellant law. We have won appeals before the Nevada Supreme Court before, and we can give you the best possible guidance and advice.