Appeals

When a party loses a divorce case at trial, he or she can ask the appellate court to examine the trial record and decide if a legal mistake was made. There is no new evidence presented on a divorce appeal. The procedures and rules for divorce appeals are completely different than those for a family law trial.

The purpose of an appeal is to determine whether the trial court judge made a legal error. If so, then the case may be sent back to the trial court with instructions to correct the mistake.

We can help you determine if your divorce case is proper for appeal. There are specific rules regarding appeals. If it is not done correctly, the appeal will be denied. We are familiar with the rules and procedures for divorce appeals and can guide your case through the process.

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