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Appeals
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Appeals are usually limited by strict deadlines, standards of review and the existing record. Appellate work differs from conducting the original trial or hearing.
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✓Identify decision and date
✓Act quickly on appeal deadlines
✓Confirm appellate experience
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Do you regularly conduct appeals in this court?
What is the deadline to start the appeal?
Is the proposed issue suitable for appeal based on the existing record?
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