Appellate Practice

Oral argument

Do not waive it, do not blow it! Maximize the opportunities it presents

Commonly the only chance for correcting an erroneous discovery order is by writ of mandamus or prohibition

Moot Court for Practicing Lawyers

“Know your audience” is never more important than in the California appellate courts

Why juror declarations are key in new trial motions – and on appeal

Winning or losing on appeal depends on whether issues were properly raised and preserved in the trial court

An overview of appeal bonds and their enforcement

From Issue: 2021 March

The Cal Supreme Court does not often grant review, but if petition you must, here are the ground rules

Make the doctrine of res ipsa loquitur work for you

Rules, procedure and practical advice for updating the court on significant decisions that impact your brief

Under CCP section 166.1, the cache of the trial court can help get your writ into the six percent of civil writs that actually get reviewed

The trial lawyer and appellate lawyer’s delicate pas de deux