Appellate Attorney Serving New Jersey and New York

Many clients feel a sense of hopeless after losing at trial. They believe their view of the facts and law governing their case was correct, but the system let them down. They become discouraged, give up, and simply resign themselves to their situation.

Criminal cases do not need to end after a loss at trial. Our criminal justice system is the best in the world, but mistakes are not uncommon. Defendants have a constitutional right to have the trial court’s actions reviewed on appeal. Generally speaking, this means that a criminal defendant can have a panel of appellate judges review what occurred during his or her trial to determine whether the ruling was just, fair and consistent with applicable law and procedure.

Act Quickly to Protect Your Constitutional Rights

Defendants must act quickly to protect their right to appeal, or they risk losing it. Every appellate court has deadlines for filing an appeal, and the initial papers stating that you want to appeal the outcome in the trial court must be filed within that time period. Because these time periods vary from one appellate court to another, you must quickly consult with an experienced appellate attorney who will act speedily to protect your rights.

If you lost at trial, do not simply resign yourself to your fate and sit on your constitutional rights. Our criminal justice system affords you the right and the mechanism to have your situation reviewed. Protect what the law gives you. Consult an experienced appellate attorney who has the skills to take your case to the next level.

Contact James S. Friedman, Criminal Defense Lawyer

The Newark, New Jersey criminal defense firm of James S. Friedman, LLC, represents clients on appeal in state and federal appellate courts throughout the United States. If you are considering an appeal of an adverse decision in a state court, federal court or New Jersey municipal court criminal case, contact us online or call us at 866-484-1906 for a consultation.