The Difference Between a Trial Attorney and an Appellate Attorney
When most people think of hiring an attorney, they only consider lawyers who work at the trial level. However, if a civil or criminal justice […]
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Resentencing After the New Washington Early Release Law
Beginning June 11, 2020 the Washington state legislature has enacted a new law that allows for the early release of prisoners if it advances the […]
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Funding Your Appeal Pt. 4
One of the most stressful aspects of filing an appeal is figuring out how to cover the costs. Thankfully, there are many options available for […]
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Funding Your Appeal Pt. 3
For many, filing an appeal on a civil or criminal matter is the only way to get justice after receiving an unfavorable judgment at the […]
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Funding Your Appeal Pt. 2
Filing an appeal can feel like a daunting task, and trying to figure out how to pay for the costs of an appeal can seem […]
Read MoreThe Appellate Approach
If you appeal a guilty verdict in a criminal case, the court does not always let you go free. You need a criminal appeals lawyer to request a stay on appeal. Your lawyer can request this stay at your sentencing hearing. This way you will not have to stay behind bars while the appeal is going on. Your lawyer will also try to overturn the wrongful conviction.