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Family law matters are intimate, personal and touch upon people's most private treasures and issues. This perspective directly affects all aspects of domestic relations, including appellate practice. Serving as a practical guide on whether to appeal a family court decision, and then how to proceed with the appeal, this is a valuable resource for both the newer and more seasoned family lawyer, and it fills a void in the literature by focusing on the unique issues involved in appealing a family law case.
2019, 315 pages, eBook. PC 5130234EBK. See Table of Contents under "Read More."
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Serving as a practical guide on whether to appeal a family court decision, and then how to proceed with the appeal, this is a valuable resource for both the newer and more seasoned family lawyer, and it fills a void in the literature by focusing on the unique issues involved in appealing a family law case.
With step-by-step guidance for the family law attorney, or a pro se litigant, who receives an adverse decision and wants to appeal the matter but requires some proper guidance, the book begins by focusing on the crucial decision to appeal and the critical factors involved, including ethical considerations. It also examines the effective use of post-trial remedies, such as utilizing stays of judgments pending appeals, and creating, protecting, and reviewing the record of the trial court.
Moving forward with an appeal, author Matthew Barach provides clearly presented practical information on handling the process, including:
Table of Contents
Preface
A Note About Sources
Introduction
Chapter 1: The Decision to Appeal
Chapter 2: Ethical Considerations
Chapter 3: Interlocutory Relief: What, How, and When to Challenge Orders Prior to Final Judgment
Chapter 4: Creating, Protecting, and Reviewing the Record
Chapter 5: Understanding Standards of Appellate Review
Chapter 6: Effective Use of Post-Trial Remedies
Chapter 7: The Notice of Appeal: Form, Contents, and Time
Chapter 8: How to Assemble the Record, Correct Errors, Protect Confidential Information, and Docket the Appeal
Chapter 9: The Importance of the Record Appendix
Chapter 10: Preparing to Write the Brief: Outline, Theme, Style, Using Authorities, Effective Techniques, and Drafting Considerations
Chapter 11: How to Correctly Format, File Timely, and Avoid Rejection of Your Brief
Chapter 12: The Universal Elements of a Brief and Writing with Persuasive Style
Chapter 13: Some "Brief" Considerations When You Represent the Appellee
Chapter 14: The Purpose of the Reply Brief: How? When? Why? And Ten Commandments
Chapter 15: Oral Argument: What to Expect
Chapter 16: The Importance, Advantages, and Objectives of Oral Argument
Chapter 17: Preparing for Oral Argument
Chapter 18: Presenting at Oral Argument
Chapter 19: How to Handle Questions, Common Occurrences, and Appellate Panels at Oral Argument
Chapter 20: Aftermath: The Appellate Decision
Table of Location for Appellate Court Information by State
Practice Pointers
Fundamental Rules for Confidential Information
Commandments for Reply Briefs
Objectives of Oral Argument
The Appellate Checklist for Your Family Law Appeal
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