The Appellate Lawyers: the premier guide to recommended appeals attorneys, practice area news and legal insights:
TAL provides a concise and up-to-date guide to leading appellate attorneys across the country. Our research covers all 50 states and a wide selection of specialist practice areas, with featured attorneys being selected based on the results of peer nominations, in-depth research, awards and client feedback.
Superlative research, analysis, and writing skills are vital when representing clients on appeal, as the strength of the case rests on the brief. Top appellate attorneys must also be skilled oral advocates. Our recommended lawyers have vast experience reviewing the entire record, including trial transcripts, evidentiary materials, and motions to determine which grounds, if any, exist as a basis for your appeal.
Each year, only one attorney per state is selected and recommended in our guide. The selection process is independent and it is not possible to request entry. Inclusion is by invitation only.
Featured Attorney
M. Patrick McDowell - Mississippi
Patrick McDowell is licensed to practice in Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Mississippi, and Tennessee. His practice focuses on complex litigation in federal and state trial and appellate courts, including antitrust, contract, business tort, unfair competition, RICO, tradem [...]
Latest News & Legal Insights
New Jersey Appellate Division Holds That Service Of An Answer Does Not Necessarily Waive The Right To File A Motion Under Rule 4:6-2(e)
In New Jersey, one powerful tool in litigators’ arsenals are motions to dismiss under Rule 4:6-2. These motions, which are usually filed early in the case, can dispose of some or all of the plaintiff’s claims with finality.
When a defendant is confronted with claims that are frivolous or have no plausible legal basis, the best method of attack to avoid lengthy and costly litigation is often a motion to dismiss under Rule 4:6-2, subpart […]